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A CHIPPENDALE CARVED INLAID AND FIGURED MAHOGANY BLOCKED-END REVERSE-SERPENTINE-FRONT CHEST OF DRAWERS, Connecticut River Valley, possibly Springfield, Massachusetts, Circa 1780
Estimate
8,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- Height 33 in. by Width of Top 40 in. by Width of Case 37 1/2 in. by Depth of Top 20 3/4 in.
Condition
Re-finished; with slightly glossy surface; brasses replaced with modern reproductions and covering central pull hole; one side panel with shrinkage crack; proper left knee return replace; some abrasions to knuckles on feet; appears to retain original white pine backboards; proper front right foot with small infilling to front bracket.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.