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A George III mahogany partner`s desk circa 1770
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- leather mahogany pine oak
- 77.5cm. high, 136cm. wide, 78.5cm.deep; 2ft. 6½in., 4ft. 5½in., 2ft. 7in.
with a replaced leather top above three frieze drawers and six pedestal drawers opposed by dummies
Condition
Overall good condition. Some losses and repairs including areas of filler, to the crossbanded top. Leather replaced. No handles to the reverse. Dummy drawer fronts patched where originals sited. Age cracks to both sides of the pedestals. One side faded. Base scuffed and with losses. One drawer front with age cracks. Two dummy drawer fronts cracked. Minor losses to mouldings. Old marks and scratches.
"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."