Lot 89
  • 89

A George III mahogany chest-on-chest third quarter 18th century

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • mahogany
  • 195cm. high, 110cm. wide, 57cm. deep; 6ft. 4¾in., 3ft. 7½in., 1ft. 10½in.
with a dentil cornice above an arrangement of two short and three long drawers, the base with a leather inset brushing slide and three further graduated drawers, the ogee bracket feet with concealed castors

Condition

In good restored condition. Cornice with lifting veneer. The sides have filled splits. Cockbeading to some drawers replaced. The leather on the slide has been well replaced. The ogee feet re-built.
"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."