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A Very Fine and Rare Pilgrim Century Joined Maple and Pine 'Deerfield' Chest with Two Drawers, possibly made by John Hawks (1643-1721), probably Deerfield area, Massachusetts, circa 1715
Estimate
40,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Maple and Pine
- Height 45 5/8 in. by Width 44 3/4 in. by Depth 19 3/4 in.
Retains its original red paint and brass hardware.
Condition
Secondary wood is Pine. The proper right gimel hinge broken on top. Proper right cleat partially detatched from leading edge of top due to warpage of top. Proper left upper drawer runner replaced. Bottom of drawer sides with later added strips. Wear and blemishes to surface throughout commensurate with age.
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.
Catalogue Note
This exceptional early chest is wonderfully preserved and retains its original untouched red pigment. A very closely related chest was part of the furnishings of the Sheldon House in Deerfield, Massachusetts once owned by Susan B. Hawks (1883-1946). This chest and others are discussed in Dean A. Fales, Jr, The Furniture of Historic Deerfield, (New York: Dutton: 1976), p. 177, no. 372.
See catalogue note at sothebys.com
See catalogue note at sothebys.com