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A pair of George III bow-front mahogany and boxwood strung dressing cabinets in the manner of Gillows circa 1780
估價
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
招標截止
描述
- Mahogany and boxwood
- 87cm. high, 62.5cm. wide, 39cm. deep; 2ft. 10½in., 2ft. 1in., 1ft. 3¾in.
both with a dummy frieze drawer, the hinged top of one opening to reveal a washstand and the other revealing a fitted interior and well formerly for a mirror
Condition
A super pair that would make great bedside cabinets. One cabinet is higher by a centimeter, possibly due to later hinges and age. Possibly re-polished at some stage. The fitted interior of both with lost elements. Old marks and scratches typical from age and use. One with more recent surface scratches and dents. The sides of each with very minor age separation. One with two partially (well) replaced rear legs. The other with one partially replaced rear leg and the other rear leg with wedge shaped repair.
"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."