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The Leeds-Whitney-Fry Family Fine Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Blocked-End reverse serpentine chest of drawers, Boston, Massachusetts circa 1770
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Height 33 ½ in. by Width 40 ¼ in. by Depth 24 ¼ in.
has rich color and appears to retain original hardware.
Provenance
Samuel Leeds (1793-1884), Dorchester, Massachusetts;
Elizabeth (Leeds) Whitney;
Alice Whitney;
Mary Alice Fry;
Israel Sack, Inc., New York;
Literature
American Antiques from Israel Sack, Inc., P4555
Condition
Secondary wood white pine. Proper left and right case sides with shrinkage cracks commensurate with age. Proper right fore-edge of top with an old 3/4 inch chip.
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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.