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A George II mahogany dressing commode
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- height 33 1/2 in.; width 43 in.; depth 23 3/4 in.
- 85.1 cm; 109.2 cm; 60.3 cm
Adaptations and restorations.
Provenance
Sold Sotheby's New York, November 2, 1997, lot 142
Condition
Adapted and restored. Drawers later cut in. Handles later. Former drawer front with patched holes for escutcheon and keyhole. Horizontal age crack to top with subsequent warping. Scratches, nicks, and stains to top. Restored age cracks to sides. A 2x1" loss to proper left side of apron and a 2x2" loss to proper right side of front apron. Surface restorations and patches. One carved flower lacking from carved decoration to proper right canted corner. Some restorations to carving. Back legs tipped.
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.