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A George I black japanned cabinet on a giltwood stand circa 1720
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- pine beech oak
- 179cm. high, 106cm. wide, 57cm. deep; 5ft. 10½in., 3ft. 5¾in., 1ft. 10½in.
the cabinet decorated with Chinoiserie scenes and with a pair of doors enclosing an arrangement of ten various drawers, on a giltwood stand ( re-gilded) with strapwork ornament, on turned legs with pad feet
Condition
This piece is in country house condition. There is some wear and fading to the colours on the outside of the cabinet. Both doors have restored vertical cracks. Surfaces generally un even. The stand has been extensively re-gilded and still has some losses to gilding. Doors slightly warped. The interior is in very good condition.
"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."