- 1081
A George III mahogany goncalo alves bottle carrier circa 1760
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- goncalo alves wood
- height 23 in.; width 25 1/4 in.; depth 14 3/4 in.
- 58.4 cm; 64.1 cm; 37.5 cm
the arched central panel with a pierced hand hold above a compartmentalized top with crenellated scalloped gallery, the serpentine frieze pierced with S-scrolls and concave-sided squares raised on molded square legs on casters.
Provenance
Sotheby's London, November 15, 1996, lot 68 illustrated
Condition
Overall good condition; age cracks to top with some repairs and blocks to underside to stabilize; some age cracks to central arched element with some small patches; some brackets replace; overall with some small nicks and scratches.
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.