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A Very Fine Federal Eagle-Inlaid and Figured Maple and Mahogany Tambour Writing Desk, Boston, Massachusetts, Circa 1800
Estimate
5,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, maple, ivory
- Height 47 3/4 in. by Width 39 3/4 in. by Depth 18 3/4 in.
The tambour doors opening to two small drawers above three pigeonholes.
Condition
Secondary woods: poplar and pine; Top with some scratches and with areas of discoloration where it is attached by nails; handles to the two small drawers to superstructure and to case are later; lock plates to drawers possibly replaced; the central prospect door with loss to veneer around the key hole; some chips to cockbeading to lopers and to drawer fronts; minor hairline vertical age cracks to case sides; the apron with a small triangular patch to the front; and with a patch to apron on both sides of piece with minor inpainting; legs/feet appear to be original; proper right front leg with old age cracks which are stable; overall with some old marks, scratches and nicks consistent with age and use. Proper right central part of apron restored.
"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."