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A George III mahogany breakfront bookcase cabinet circa 1770
估價
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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描述
- mahogany
- height 9 ft.; width 5 ft. 10 1/4 in.; depth 21 in.
- 274.3 cm; 178.4 cm; 53.3 cm
Together with a modern copy. 2 pieces.
來源
Norman Adams
Sold Sotheby's London, July 10, 1998, lot 51
Sold Sotheby's London, July 10, 1998, lot 51
出版
Christopher Claxton Stephens and Stewart Whittington, 18th Century English Furniture, The Norman Adams Collection, 1983, p. 187, illus.
Condition
It appears that the cabinet doors have been swapped so that the 18th century carcass has the modern doors and the modern carcass has the 18th century glazed cabinet doors. This was most likely done during restoration. Both cabinets showing gesso in grain from French polishing. Shelves and interior lined with fabric and wired for lighting.
George III breakfront:A 6 x 1" loss to back edge of proper right side of upper section- detached but present piece. Other side with a patch in the same location. A 2" loss to border of proper left side cornice.
Modern copy: Plugged holes around keyholes. A 1" thin chip to back edge of proper right side. A 2 inch abrasion to proper right front corner of cornice of lower portion.
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.