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A George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1770
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- mahogany, oak, ivory
- 84cm. high, 101.5cm. wide, 52cm. deep; 2ft. 9in., 3ft. 4in., 1ft. 8½in.
the moulded top above a fitted frieze drawer and three graduated long drawers, on bracket feet
Literature
West Horsley Place, Surrey, Inventory, 1938, Vol. 2, p.126, in Lady Crewe’s Bedroom; a 3’8” antique mahogany serpentine Chest of 4 drawers, top drawer fitted with cloth lined slide, chased brass handles, bracket feet. £60-0-0.
Condition
In country house condition. Minor age cracks, notably one to the top as a result of movement along the joints. The fitted drawer with missing compartments and cracks to the mirror glass. With later handles and the surface re-finished. Old marks and scratches throughout.
"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."