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A Regency mahogany and ebonised dwarf open bookcase circa 1820
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- MAHOGANY BEECH
- 90cm. high, 120cm. wide, 40cm. deep; 2ft. 11½in., 3ft. 11¼in., 1ft. 3¾in.
in the manner of George Smith, with an adjustable shelf, the back with a depository label, the back legs replaced
Condition
This piece has a lovely colour and patina. There are old marks consistent with age and use. The back legs may have been 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. 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."
Catalogue Note
In 1808 George Smith published his Collection of Designs for Household Furniture and Interior Decoration. The plain frieze ornamented with roundels, the carved corbels and the carved animalier type feet are motifs which frequently occur in various forms in his designs. For comparison see his designs for Chiffoniers, pl.114-5 and his designs for Book shelf and Brackets, pl.116.