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A Queen Anne Mahogany Block Front chest of Drawers, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1760
Estimate
5,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- Height 31 1/4 in. by Width 35 1/2 in. by Depth 22 1/4 in. by Width of case 32 3/8 in.
Appears to retain its original hardware. Feet replaced.
Provenance
Legendary Connecticut Antiques Dealer William "Willie" Richmond, Old Greenwich, Connecticut
Condition
Feet replaced, foot facings with cracks; ; appears to retain original locks and brasses; bottom drawer with small patch over knot; the top drawer with two patches approximately 6 inches constructed in two boards; by1/4 inch total length under the central escutcheon; 4 1/4 -inch patch to proper right side molding on thumb-molded edge; 5 inch by 1 inch case to proper right side panel of case near drawer front; 1 inch by 1/2 inch triangular patch beneath aforementioned patch; small chip to proper left front foot scrolled bracket; re-finished.
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.