Lot 1124
  • 1124

An Anglo-Indian silvered-metal-mounted ivory footstool late 18th/early 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • ivory
  • height 6 1/2 in.; width 12 1/4 in.; depth 10 1/4 in.
  • 16.5 cm; 31.1 cm; 26 cm
the rectangular frame with silvered-metal corners and fitted with a drop-in seat raised on turned reeded circular-tapering legs on onion-form feet.

Condition

Overall good condition; later drop-in seat; old repaired break to end of two short side rails at join with a leg; another old repaired break to one long rail at join with one leg; some age cracks to ivory; wear and losses to slivering; together with a later loose glass top which fits into the rails.
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.