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A pair of Anglo-Indian Polychrome japanned cabinets on stands Bareilly, second quarter 19th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- hard wood
- height 47 1/2 in.; width 32 3/4 in.; depth 16 3/4 in.
- 120.7 cm; 83.2 cm; 42.5 cm
the first with a pair of cupboard doors opening to an arrangment of small drawers, all above a long drawer, the other fitted with a pair of cupboard doors opening to an adjustable shelf, all above a lond drawer, each raised on a stand with X-form supports. Restorations.
Condition
Overall fair condition with a glossy surface keeping the japanning in tact. Exterior of each with inpainting and restoration in places. First cabinet with small cracks and losses of surface to top of front right leg. Loss to japanning 1 inch by 1/2 inch to back left corner of cabinet. The other with loss to japanning to front left corner of top approximately 1/4 inch by 4 inches. Interior in good condition. Small chips and losses to japanning of stretchers.
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.