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A Queen Anne feather-banded walnut bureau circa 1710
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- walnut leather
- 1m. 05cm. high, 98cm. wide, 58.5cm. deep; 3ft. 3¼in., 3ft. 2½in., 1ft. 11in.
in two sections, the top section with a fitted interior of five drawers, a well and pigeonholes, the lower section with three drawers
Condition
The bureau is in `country house' condition. The top section is very water damaged with some consequent warping and cracking to timbers and with some losses to veneers. the front and sides also have some water damage but to a lesser extent.Some losses to mouldings. Minor losses to veneers throughout. Handles replaced. One handle incomplete. Interior heavily inkstained. Hinges replaced and repairs around both. Leather replaced. Feet replaced.
"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."