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Manner of Robert Adam
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- A basket grate
- brass, iron
- 89 by 93 by 50cm., 35 by 36½ by 19¾in.
Edwardian, circa 1900
engraved and cast-brass, cast-iron
the basket grate incorporating a fireback together with a polished steel curb fender, 19th century and a pair of cast-brass andirons each surmounted by a dog, Louis XV style, 19th Century (4)
engraved and cast-brass, cast-iron
the basket grate incorporating a fireback together with a polished steel curb fender, 19th century and a pair of cast-brass andirons each surmounted by a dog, Louis XV style, 19th Century (4)
Literature
Rhoda Koenig, ‘Top Dog’, The World of Interiors, December 1996, illustrated p.67
Condition
Fire grate: some old marks and scratches, two fixing screws lacking to the front. Loss of oval brass boss to left upright. Residual polish throughout. Curb fender: generally good but with traces of rust (21 by 181 by 41cm.).
Set of firearms: very good.
Mixed firearms: good.
"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."