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Lot 335
  • 335

A pair of George III mahogany dining room urns and pedestals circa 1775

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Mahogany, brass
  • 172cm. high, 43cm. wide, 43cm. deep; 5ft. 7¾., 1ft. 5in., 1ft. 5in.
the lidded urns with lead lined interiors, fluted friezes and reeded bodies, the pedestals with conformingly fluted friezes with oval banded doors, one fitted as a plate warmer with slatted shelves, the other fitted with a shelf and drawer

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, 18th November 1994, lot 128.

Condition

Overall in good condition, some minor repairs to crossbanding on pedestal. Very slight cracking to veneer on door of one pedestal, one with shrinking crack to left side; both finials repaired but hardly noticeable.
"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."