- 933
A Regency mahogany and ebony inlaid side cabinet, early 19th century
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- 90cm. high, 147cm. wide, 60cm. deep; 2ft. 11½in., 4ft 9¾in., 1ft. 11½in.
with three frieze drawers, above two cupboard doors enclosing four adjustable shelves, with later Bramah locks, serial number 2747
Condition
In reasonable restored condition. The shadow of the former handles are visible on the drawer fronts. The top has warped slightly and has two minor shrinkage cracks to the right side. Old marks and scratches throughout consistent with age and use. Some of the scratches to the top are quite deep. The cupboard doors with restorations to the shrinkage which has occurred around the central mahogany veneered panels. On later bun feet.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
According to the Bramah archive, the registration for serial number 2747 is dated January 1878 and was commissioned by Lord Alwyne Frederick Compton, DSO, DL (1855–1911), the third son of Admiral William Compton, 4th Marquess of Northampton.