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The Sullivan Family Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Block-Front Slant-Front Desk-and-Bookcase, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1770
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- Height 93 1/2 in. by Width 40 1/2 in. by Depth 23 in.
Provenance
Sullivan Family, Salem, Massachusetts;
Dr. and Mrs. Alan Weintraub, Poolesville, Maryland;
Bernard & S. Dean Levy Inc., New York
Dr. and Mrs. Alan Weintraub, Poolesville, Maryland;
Bernard & S. Dean Levy Inc., New York
Literature
Bernard and S. Dean Levy Inc. advertisement, The Magazine Antiques, (February 1989): 355.
Condition
secondary wood is white pine. finials 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.