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A William and Mary Burr Walnut and Maple High Chest of Drawers, Boston, Massachusetts
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- walnut
- height 5 ft. 4 1/2 in.; width 40 1/2 in.; depth 22 in.
- 163.8 cm; 102.9 cm; 55.9 cm
Extensive restorations and alterations.
Condition
Good restored condition; re-polished; top and bottom possibly associated; drawer fronts to upper section veneered in different wood from lower section; hardware replaced; the drawer fronts with patches to upper section; age cracks to side panels now with shims and inpainting; cracks to the cornice; small veneer patch above top right drawer; age cracks to side panels of lower section; legs to lower section probably originally ebonized; cracks to feet, old marks and scratches; back feet replaced; overall with some old marks, scratches and bruises.
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.