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A small George II mahogany cabinet circa 1750
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- BOND
- 127.5cm. high, 80cm. wide, 46cm. deep; 4ft. 2 ¼in., 2ft. 7 ½in., 1ft. 6in.
with an oak top above a pair of doors enclosing fitted open shelves, the frieze with a brushing-slide, possibly originally with a superstructure, the left top frieze drawer stencilled `J.B. COOGAN'
Provenance
Joseph Buxton Coogan, Co. Limerick, Ireland
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Good overall condition. Age cracks to doors. Slight characteristic warping to right door. Top right corner of front with damage. Top bead-moulding along the right hand side return, cracked and repaired. Minor typical losses to bead mouldings around drawers. Shrinkage lines to sides. Feet chipped and scuffed. General old marks and scratches. Lovely colour and patina. A Very unusual and useful cabinet.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."