- 1106
A Victorian walnut library wheel barrow second half 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- walnut
- height 22 1/2 in.; width over handles 23 1/2 in.; length 4 ft. 6 1/2 in.
- 57.2 cm; 59.7 cm; 138.4 cm
of typical form, the side panels carved with scrolling acanthus leaves, the central panel mounted with a silver ducal coronet; raised on a pair of foliate-caved cabriole legs ending in scrolled feet and a wheel with foliate-carved spokes.
Condition
Overall good condition; one leg with old repaired break at join with handle which has a plug; the right axle with old repaired break at join with wheel; tips of handles either a separate piece or later replacements; overall with nicks, scratches, bruises and scuffs and with some small infilled chips to extremities; nice color and good proportions.
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.