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A George III satinwood and mahogany secretaire bookcase circa 1780
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- multiple
- 227cm. high, 110.5cm. wide, 58cm. deep; 7ft. 5½in., 3ft. 7½in., 1ft. 10¾in.
the secretaire drawer with eleven small drawers and pigeonholes, with a pair of cupboard doors below enclosing a sliding tray
Condition
Overall good condition. Minor repair to cornice top left hand side. Some losses to crossbanding and inlay. Two small triangular patches on the top of the ledge above secrtaire compartment. Veneer lifting on both cupboard doors but can easily be restored. Good colour and patina. Right hand door with a restored age crack. Minor characteristic shrinkage to cupboard doors. Only one tray behind cupboard doors. Both front legs re-veneered a while ago. Minor warping to central ledge. One pane cracked. An attractive piece.
"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."