- 277
A Victorian brass-mounted walnut octagonal letter box second half 19th century
Estimate
1,800 - 2,400 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut, brass
- height of letter box 13 in.
- 33 cm
the lock stamped Bramah London. Together with a George III mahogany Lazy Susan; a Victorian oak stationery box; a Victorian oak 'suggestions' box, 19th century, and a Victorian silver-mounted fruitwood butter stamp, Birmingham, 1900, engraved MADE FROM WOOD OF WESLEY'S TREE CIRCUIT STEWARDS RYE 1900 A. I. MOON T. S. GOLDON. 5 pieces.
Condition
Dimensions of Lazy Suzan: height 3 1/4 in.; diameter 15 1/2 in.; height of stationery box 10 1/2 in.; height of 'suggestions' box 5 in.; height of butter stamp 6 1/2 in. Good condition; the letter box lacking vertical molding around the central wooden panel beneath the ‘letter’ brass flap; each piece with small nicks and wear overall.
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.