Lot 3
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Robert Garnett & Sons Cabinet Makers, active 1824-circa 1920

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Samples of Wood Used in the Manufacture of Furniture
  • with the inscription BY ROBERT GARNETT AND SONS - WARRINGTON, PRESENTED BY R. E. GARNETT (O.L.)
  • Ebonised wood
  • 81 by 132.5cm., 32 by 52in.
ebonised wood and forty-eight wood samples, the painted inscription starts SAMPLES OF WOOD USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF FURNITURE

Provenance

Christie's, London, The Library at Gaiter's Green and Fine English furniture, 6 March 2003, lot 46

Condition

Very decorative and informative! The piece is generally in good order and it may well have been produced as a display piece.
"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."