Lot 75
  • 75

A Regency brass-inlaid mahogany stepped standing bookcase circa 1810

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany, brass
  • height 5 ft.; width 4 ft. 3/4 in.; depth 13 in.
  • 152.4 cm; 123.8 cm; 33 cm
The rectangular top with rounded corners and rope-molded edge above four stepped shelves, the bottom two shelves each fitted with a pair of doors with brass grills above a pair of drawers above a rope-molded apron raised on turned feet on casters.

Provenance

Mallett, London

Condition

Good condition; the rope-twist molding to the top with minor restorations to corners; the rope-twist molding to the apron with minor restorations to corners; some minor nicks and wear to extremities; top with some minor stains; overall with some minor scratches.
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.
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