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A walnut book stand Iberian, late 17th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- walnut
- 36cm. wide, 36.5cm. deep; 1ft. 2¼in.
with a spindle frame rest and base, the front applied with three painted armorial shields, on turned feet, minor damage
Provenance
The arms are those of the families of Manoel; Lopez de Ayala; Zuñiga; Sotomayor; Clariana; Exea; and Pedrosa.
Condition
Good overall condition. Some minor chips to front left hand corner. There is a smaller chip to right hand corner. The inner frame is chipped on the inside bottom right hand corner. The rigt hand side has also been repaired. Two feet later. Some old worm damage. A rare and unusual item.
"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."