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A set of Edwardian mahogany child's building blocks dated 1912
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- pine
- longest brick 30.5cm. by 5cm. and smallest 5cm. by 5cm; 1ft. by 2in., 2in. by 2in. box 27.5cm. high 49cm. wide, 24cm. deep; 11in., 1ft. 7¼in., 8½in.
approximately ninety-five different shaped building blocks, in a purpose made box, various sizes, the lid stencilled 'Jack / from D&P / Xmas 1912'
Provenance
Richard George Archibald John Lucian Hungerford Crewe-Milnes, Earl of Madeley (1911–1922)
Condition
So evocative. Made possibly be estate staff. Chips to blocks. Splinters to lid.
"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."