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A pair of Victorian oak bookcase cabinets mid-19th century
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- oak, brass
- height 7 ft 2 1/2 in.; width 5 ft. 8 1/4 in.; depth 20 3/4 in.
- 219.8 cm; 173.3 cm; 52.7 cm
The upper section fitted with a breakfronted cornice above a case fitted with a pair of glazed doors opening to three adjustable shelves flanked by fluted pilasters with Corinthian capitals, the hinged pilasters opening to concealed compartments, the conforming, projecting lower section fitted with a pair of cupboard doors flanked by a pair of paneled secret doors opening to cupboards. The cornice of one with a Maple's depository label stamped A.E. BAKER ESQ.
Provenance
Phillips of Oxford, April 18, 2000, lot 130
Condition
Overall good condition. Small chips and losses to acanthus-carved volutes to each cornice. Some small chips to extremities of Corinthian capitals. Overall with minor nicks and wear to extremities. A number of small pieces and chips to carving are off and present in a bag.
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.