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A GEORGE III PAINTED AND PARCEL-GILT FRUITWOOD MUSIC STAND CIRCA 1800
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- fruitwood
- height 42 1/2 in.; width 18 in.
- 108 cm; 45.7 cm
the rectangular stand with pierced lyre-form central panel decorated with urns and antique masks within a scrolling vine and with hinged adjustable candle arms and rising on an adjustable stem painted to simulate fluting, the base with long leaves, raised on downswept legs ending with block feet on brass balls.
Condition
Restored condition; losses to painted decoration candle arms appear to be original; losses to decoration of stem and legs; worm damage; lacking knob for stop to stem.
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.