Lot 312
  • 312

A miniature George III mahogany bureau circa 1800

Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description

  • mahogany, metal, rosewood.
  • 32cm. high, 30cm. wide, 17cm. deep; 1ft. ½in., 1ft., 6¾in.
with a fitted interior and four graduated drawers

Condition

Lovely colour and patination. Some chips and losses throughout especially to the veneers to the right of the drawers. One bun handle with loss. The fall has two loses to the corners and a patch it is also lacking an escutcheon. One pigeonhole lacking shaped moulding. Bracket feet associated and the back feet are later blocks.
"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."