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A Dutch fruitwood bombé commode, circa 1760
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pine, fruitwood, brass
- 91cm. high, 132cm. wide, 62cm. deep; 3ft., 4ft. 4in., 2ft. ½in.
with a pink and white veined moulded marble top above two drawers
Condition
An attractive and unusual rustic piece. The marble top has chips and loses throughout and has a repaired cracked but appears to be original. Some patching to the drawers, in particular to the right hand side of the bottom drawer. Apron cracked and repaired. Minor age cracks, chips and old worm throughout. Some replaced elements to the carcass. The brass mounts possibly original and attractively worn. Old marks and 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. 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."