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Lot 302
  • 302

A George III brass bounded mahogany wine cooler on stand circa 1770

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Mahogany, copper, brass
  • 57cm. high, 62cm. wide, 45cm. deep; 1ft. 10½in., 2ft. ½in., 1ft. 5¾in.
of octagonal form, the stand with reeded outsplayed legs and pierced scrolled brackets

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, 18th November 1993, lot 123.

Condition

With good colour and surface, with old repaired breaks to the brackets as to be expected. Now with a later copper liner.
"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."