A Queen Anne black-japanned and parcel-gilt cabinet on chest

the double-domed cornice above a pair of conforming cupboard doors fitted with replaced beveled mirror plates opening to an arrangment of drawers, the lower section fitted with two short drawers above two graduated long drawers, raised on later bracket feet.

Fair restored condition; the upper section probably originally fitted with finials; the mirror plates replaced and with some minor pitting; decoration to japanned surface refreshed throughout; some chips and losses to corners; the lower section originally fitted with bun feet, the bracket feet later; handles later , some patches where previous handles were placed; overall with some chips, losses and scratches to surface.
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.
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