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A Red and Smoke-Decorated Pine Apothecary Cupboard, Probably Allegheny County, New York circa 1840
Estimate
6,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Height 72 1/2 in. by Width 44 1/2 in. by Depth 10 3/4 in.
two drawers on upper row replaced.
Provenance
Bettie Mintz, 'All of us Americans' Folk Art, Bethesda, Maryland
Condition
Has been hand scraped down to the original red paint with smoke decoration. Side cornice moldings replaced, wooden pulls are restored, bottom two inches of proper left front foot facing is restored, 17 in. by 1 in. chip to proper right rear side, bottom 2 backboards 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.