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A Regency brass inlaid rosewood cellaret circa 1815
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rosewood, brass and mahogany
- 58cm. high, 69cm. wide, 44cm. deep; 1ft. 10¾in., 2ft. 3in., 1ft. 5¼in.
each side with a stylised foliate border and with carrying handles to each end
Condition
In country house condition. Brass inlay tarnished but good. Brass inlay lifting in places. Old marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. Some losses to veneers on the legs. The lid has a small age crack and sits slightly unevenly above the lock site. Small replaced section of cockbeading to front edge of lid. The piece must always have been out of direct sunlight as it has a lovely colour and is finely figured.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."