Lot 166
  • 166

A fine George III inlaid satinwood and rosewood Carlton House desk circa 1790

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Satinwood, Rosewood
  • height 38 1/4 in.; width 5 feet 1 in.; depth 33 in.
  • 97.2 cm; 154.9 cm; 83.8 cm

Provenance

Lady Prince Smith, Whinburn Keighley
Stair and Andrew, Inc., London
acquired from the above by Mrs. Clarence Hayes, 1 Sutton Place South, New York City, Mar. 18, 1931
Hyde Park Antiques, New York

Condition

Overall good condition; the stretchers are later; some minor infilling to one part of the edge of the front of the desk; the back panels with some inpainted age cracks; the cracks are stable; the desk is sturdy; minor lifting to the left side of the superstructure; some minor nicks and wear; the leather linings are replaced.
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.
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