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A GEORGE III FIGURED MAHOGANY SERPENTINE-FRONT CHEST OF DRAWERS Circa 1780
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Mahogany
- height 33 1/2 in.; width 37 in.; depth 24 1/2 in.
- 85.1 cm; 94 cm; 62.2 cm
with four cockbeaded drawers with brass bail pulls, above a scalloped apron on splayed bracket feet.
Condition
Overall good condition, Solid mahogany top with minor warpage and slightly loose. Top drawer formally fitted with compartments and lacking brushing slide and dressing mirror. Drawer fronts are made of solid mahogany, sides of solid mahogany, nice color with slight sun fading overall. Small patch to front right corner beneath top drawer, usual old marks, scratches and scuffs consist ant with age.
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.