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A large Victorian mahogany partners desk circa 1870
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
- 78cm. 183cm. wide, 120cm. deep; 2ft. 6¾in., 6ft., 3ft. 11¼in.
the tooled leather inset top above an arrangement of nine moulded drawers opposing three drawers and two cupboards
Condition
Of a practical and large size. The top with separations to border edge. The faux leather inset top with numerous old marks and crudely printed holes and with losses. One long side with fading, chips to handles and the central door with damage where the lock has been forced. The other long side in good condition. The pedestals with wear from age, heavy use and exposure to sunlight. One of the top drawers has a pushed in appearance. The drawers also show signs of having labels attached, the top drawer of the left side with missing section of moulding. The drawer interiors with separations to carcases. The base of each pedestal with scuffs and old marks.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."