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A George III mahogany cylinder bureau Circa 1770
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- height 39 1/4 in.; width 37 in.; depth 21 1/4 in.
- 99.7 cm; 94 cm; 54 cm
the tambour cylinder sliding back to reveal an arrangment of pigeon holes and small drawers before baize lined surface.
Condition
Overall good condition; nice color and surface throughout; the central small drawer lacking one brass pull; front brackets with old repaired breaks; bottom tip to left side bracket replaced; bottom tip to back right side bracket replace; loss to tip of back left side bracket; overall with some old marks and scratches and bruises particularly to legs.
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.