Lot 39
  • 39

A George II mahogany bachelor's chest of drawers circa 1740

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • height 30 1/4 in.; width 32 3/4 in.; depth 19 1/4 in.
  • 76.8 cm; 83.2 cm; 48.9 cm
fitted with a mahogany brushing slide.

Provenance

Christie's New York, January 23-24, 2002, lot 547

Condition

Overall good condition, the top with a dried surface, some small repair to molding of back right and stabilization of molding to back left, small chip to veneer to drawer divider beneath top drawer, brass hardware appears to be original, overall with some minor nicks and wear to extremities, top with minor warpage.
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.