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A mahogany partner's pedestal desk
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- MAHOGANY
- 77cm. high, 137cm. wide, 114cm. deep; 2ft. 6¼in., 5ft. 8in., 3ft. 9in.
in the manner of Thomas Chippendale, with nine drawers to one side and three frieze drawers to the reverse above a cupboard to each pedestal, part 18th century
Condition
Overall good condition. The leather which has been replaced is heavily stained and marked throughout. The desk has been repolished in the past but is very strongly faded to the side fitted with cupboards and will need to be repolished. One cluster column is loose and has age cracks. Handles replaced throughout. Losses to veneers on the top.
"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."