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A George II inlaid burr and figured walnut chest on chest Circa 1740
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- burr, walnut
- height 6 ft 3 1/2 in.; width 42 1/4 in.; depth 22 in.
- 191.8 cm; 107.3 cm; 55.9
the back with a paper label with penciled inscription french/34
Provenance
Angus MacCuaig
Sold, Christie's, New York, January 29, 1985, lot 224
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, October 19, 2001, lot 239
Sold, Christie's, New York, January 29, 1985, lot 224
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, October 19, 2001, lot 239
Condition
Overall good restored condition; now with a glossy finish, though the surface beneath appears to be intact; nice color to walnut veneers; the cresting with some minor restorations to corners; small veneer loss to front left corner of lower section; the brass hardware appears to be original and has been cleaned; small veneer loss to front left side of apron; the feet with extensive bruising, chips, nicks, and wear; small losses to veneer of left back foot; loss to brass knob of brushing slide; overall with some old scratches, scuffs, and bruises.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.