- 852
PILGRIM CENTURY FAUX PANELED CHEST WITH TWO DRAWERS, COASTAL CONNECTICUT, CIRCA 1710
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- oak
- Height 40 1/2 in. by Width 42 in. by Depth 19 in.
Feet replaced.
Condition
Secondary wood is white pine. Hinges on top replaced. Feet replaced. Patina on chest is new. Pulls replaced.
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.
Catalogue Note
This chest is part of a scarce group where the cabinetmaker applied moldings to the chest's façade to mimic the appearance of a joined piece which were significantly more expensive to produce. For a comprehensive analysis of this form see Erik K. Gronning, “New Haven's Six-Board Chests," The Magazine Antiques 163:5 (May 2003), pp. 116-21.