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A George III mahogany and satinwood banded bookcase circa 1780, in the manner of George Speer
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany and glass
- 221cm. high, 136cm. wide, 58cm. deep; 7ft. 3in., 4ft. 5½in., 1ft. 10¾in.
the astragal doors enclosing four shelves, on a replaced plinth base
Condition
Good overall condition. Typical age cracks to sides. Small cuts to rear returns of cornice with patches to the satinwood. The plinth base is replaced but well matched. Old marks and scratches throughout. There is a minor patch to the banding on the top of the base.
"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."
Catalogue Note
A secretaire bookcase by George Speer, with closely related astragals is illustrated in Christopher Gilbert, The Pictorial Dictionary of Marked London Furniture, 1996, p. 436