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A Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Block-Front Chest of Drawers, Boston, Massachusetts, Circa 1760
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- Height 27 3/4 in. by Width 33 1/2 in. by Depth 19 1/4 in.
Please note, this lot will be offered without a reserve
Provenance
George Samaha, Milan, Ohio
Condition
Secondary wood is white pine; proper right front edge of top with a 16 1/4-inch by 2-inch patch; 1 1/2-inch by 1/4 inch hole top proper right side of top; the top has been re-set the drawer runners are replaced; the proper right front foot and proper right rear and proper left rear feet with replaced glue blocks and supports however, the facings appear to be original; proper left front foot facing cracked and vertical glue block replaced.
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.