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A George III mahogany serpentine night commode circa 1770
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany, oak, glass and brass.
- 78.5cm. high, 67cm. wide, 56cm. deep; 2ft. 7in, 2ft. 2½in, 1ft. 10in.
adapted as a cellaret, with a hinged top above two doors and two dummy drawers
Provenance
Acquired from Laycock, Shipton, 24 November 1957, 'Serpentine Mahog. Potcupboard', according to Frederick McCarthy's stock books.
Condition
Despite this piece being in country house condition it is of some quality. The top is bleached and has a horizontal crack. The refitted interior is generally good although the baize which lines the bottle divisions is stained. One of the doors has a vertical split. The original brass handles are tarnished. One side with fading from exposure to sunlight. A useful piece of furniture which would benefit from some workshop attention.
"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."