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A George III brass bound mahogany plate bucket circa 1770
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany, fruitwood and brass
- 29.5cm. high, 36cm. diameter; 1ft. 2½in., 11¾in. and 31.5cm. high, 32.5cm. wide, 1ft. ¼in., 1ft. ¾in
Condition
Generally in good condition. The larger bucket with a brass liner. The brass mounts stable. The timber with surface marks and scratches from use. The plate aperture with crack to lower right corner. Smaller crack to lower left corner, veneer loss to edge. Later strengthening batons to the underside.
The smaller oval bucket with a brass liner which lacks handles. This liner is wedged in place. Brass stable, there may have been a further band which is now lost to the centre. The timber with old marks, scratches, and cracks.
"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."