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An Orientalist painted side cabinet Northern European, second quarter 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- chestnut, pine, beech, oak
- 174cm. high, 140.5cm. wide, 49cm. deep; 5ft. 8½in., 4ft. 7¼in., 1ft. 7¼in.
with a pair of cupboard doors enclosing three shelves, decorated with a central scene of an Eastern potentate awaiting the arrival of a distinguished visitor, all within a border of exotic figures and animals, on cabriole feet, containing some earlier elements
Condition
Overall good condition. Highly decorative. Some minor re-touching of decoration. Some age cracks throughout with more significant ones on the right hand side panel. Minor warping to doors. Minor chips and losses.
"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."