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A George IV black and gilt lacquered side cabinet circa 1820
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- MARBLE PINE BEECH
- 98.5cm. high, 113cm. wide, 49.5cm. deep; 3ft. 2¾in., 3ft. 8½in., 1ft. 7½in.
with verde antico marble top above two panelled cupboard doors, enclosing two drawers and a shelf, decorated all-over with exotic chinoiserie scenes
Provenance
Acquired from O. F. Wilson Ltd, London, 2 February 1966.
Condition
A highly decorative piece, the top is a later replacement; there are losses to moulding on and above the doors; bottom moulding with edge scuffed throughout with decoration lost; both doors have age cracks; minor chips, scratches and other losses throughout; back panels have been altered; sides with decoration damaged and with old repairs, but the surface still in need of restoration; interior, now with two small drawers and one shelf, previously with another four lines of drawers,; feet old, but probably not original.
"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."