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An Anglo Dutch nailed leather demi-lune chest on mahogany stand
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Leather, pine, metal, glass and mahogany
- 89cm. high, 116cm. wide, 57cm. deep; 2ft. 10¾in., 3ft. 5¾in., 1ft. 10½in.
in mid 18th century style, painted with fox hunting views, the sides with heavy cast brass drop handles
Condition
In country house condition. The leather with numerous old marks and scratches. Some loss to painted detail. Tears on splits. Notable hole to leather on front lower right side. Pet damage in the form of scratches. Top very worn. Unusual. Later stand with scuffs and marks to polish and carved detail.
"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."