A FINE GEORGE III SERPENTINE-FRONTED Inlaid Satinwood DRESSING CHEST-OF-DRAWERS Circa 1790

the serpentine-fronted cross-banded top above a conforming case fitted with three graduated long drawers, the uppermost fitted with a baize-lined brushing slide and formerly compartmentalized, the whole on splayed feet.

Overall fair condition; nice color; lovely figuring to veneers; the top with minor warpage and with some hairline age cracks and light stains; some small losses to stringing at edge; the handles replaced; the top drawer formerly fitted with compartments; the drawer divider between top and middle drawer with large loss to veneer approximately ten inches in length as viewable in catalogue illustration; the right edges of the drawer dividers with two triangular chips; front feet with triangular veneer patches.
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.