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A Swedish Neoclassical brass-mounted and inlaid mahogany fall-front secretary late 18th century
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, pine, brass, marble
- height 48 in.; width 45 1/4 in.; depth 21 1/2 in.
- 122 cm; 115 cm; 55 cm
stamped Seast for the Stockholm cabinetmakers guild, used between 1780 and 1810.
Condition
Top with minor chips and abrasions. Wood with some abrasions, dents and minor cracks. Veneer on sides with very slight buckling, minor cracks and very minor losses and small restorations. Refinished. Mounts and inlay with oxidation, osme rubbing and surface dirt. In good condition.
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.