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A Scottish George III stripped pine and composition chimneypiece circa 1780
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- pine
- height 4 ft. 6 1/4 in.; width 6 ft. 6 1/2 in.; depth 7 1/4 in.; height of opening 40 in.; width 4 ft. 10 1/2 in.
- 137.8 cm; 199.4 cm; 18.4 cm; 101.6 cm; 148.6 cm
Condition
Overall good condition. Composition elements mostly intact with small restorations and replacements, particularly to one large bow and the swan neck handles of the central urn. Small loss to floral swag to right side of frieze. Loss to one leaf tip of left columnar support. Some small nicks and wear overall. Age crack to left side of frieze.
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.