Peruvian, late 17th century

James Reid and Dame Clarissa Reid, South America, until 1933;
Baron and Lady Ramsden, United Kingdom;
given to the City of Leeds by Lady Ramsden, 1955;
Temple Newsam House, Leeds, 1955-2012

Overall the condition of the trunk is good, with wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age.There is wear to the leather throughout, including warping and dents and scratches. The lobes on the lid are warped outwards. One of the lobes at the front is loose. There is some fraying to the leather, in particular at the edges. The lock is slightly loose in its setting. One of the hinges at the back is slightly loose, which is noticeable when the lid is opened. There is some stable splitting to the cedar core consistent with the material. There are a few losses to the edges of the core, in particular to the top edge of the bottom section. There is some whitish residue to the inside of the lid. The underside is padded with four small pieces of felt. The lid does not close fully on one side.
"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.
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