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A George III mahogany breakfront secretaire bookcase circa 1800
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- height 8 ft. 7 1/2 in.; width 7 ft. 10 1/2 in.; depth 24 in.
- 262.9 cm; 240 cm; 61 cm
Condition
Fair condition; some very minor hairline cracks to three glass panes; some glass panes replaced; small replacement to mullion of central right door to upper section; loss to the left molded edge to base of upper section; brass keyhole to the right bottom door to the lower section lacking; leather to the secretaire replaced; the top of the lower section with scratches; small chips to veneers to the edge of the right section of the lower section; overall with usual minor scratches and wear throughout.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.