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A George II red japanned desk and bookcase
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- painted wood
- height 7 ft. 5 in.; width 41 in.; depth 23 in.
- 226.1 cm; 104.1 cm; 58.4 cm
Feet later, decoration refreshed, later mirror plates.
Provenance
Sold Christie's London, November 14, 1996, lot 161
Condition
Feet later, originally with bun feet and now with holes to the underside of the case where bun feet were attached; the japanned surface is heavily redecorated or over-decorated with some minor small chips and losses in places. Decoration is stable; later mirror plates.
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.