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A Very Fine Queen Anne Carved and Figured Tiger-Striped Mahogany Bonnet-Top High Chest of Drawers, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1760
Estimate
80,000 - 160,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- Height 87 1/2 in. by Width 41 1/4 in. by Depth 21 in.
Appears to retain its original hardware. Side finials replaced. Rear leg branded I.S.
Provenance
Israel Sack, Inc., Boston, Massachusetts
Condition
Secondary wood is white pine. Majority of knee returns replaced. Proper right lower most section of bonnet dust board replaced. Bonnet dust board were covered with paper. the boards with numers cracks because of shrinkage. Side finials and finial plinths replaced. Bottom element of central finial replaced. Numerous minor patches through out. Proper left side waist molding on upper case replaced. Patches to front waist molding on upper case. Poper right side of lower case's dust boards replaced.
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.
Catalogue Note
Queen Anne high chests of this quality with shells on the kness are exceedingly rare.