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A GEORGE II INLAID WALNUT CHEST OF DRAWERS
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- walnut
- height 31 3/4 in.; width 32 1/4 in.; depth 18 3/4 in.
- 80.6 cm; 81.9 cm; 47.6 cm
Extensively re-veneered, alterations, restorations.
Condition
Overall fair condition; sides and drawer fronts appear to be re-veneered, top appears to be re-veneered; handles and escutcheons later; restorations to drawer bottoms; the top with restorations and repairs to veneers at corners and with some slight tearing to veneers; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises; feet with some small losses to veneers and with bruises and scratches; replacements to backboards and with later nails.
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.