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A Regency gilt-heightened and ivory japanned work casket circa 1815
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rosewood, Ivory, brass, lacquer, silk, pine, metal
- 26cm. high, 28.5cm. wide, 23cm. deep; 10¼in., 11¼in., 9in.
the hinged lid opening to reveal a pink silk lined fitted interior, above a pair of doors concealing three small drawers, together with a Continental boulle style ivory, brass and silvered foil inlaid rosewood table lectern, circa 1850 (2)
Condition
Casket: wear to japanning, with exposed areas of gesso in these areas. Evidence of old worm. The interior is generally good. There is a large repair to the hinged site on the left lower side. The pine base with variations to finish and distress. Feet tarnished. A charming piece.
Lectern: 32.5cm. high, 26cm. wide. Slightly warped. Areas of filler notable to brass inlay on right side. Reverse with losses to ebonised surface. Stem with tarnishing to silvered and brass decoration. Right rear foot with repaired break, overpainting and filler at this site.
"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."