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A QUEEN ANNE BURR AND FIGURED WALNUT DESK-AND-BOOKCASE, CIRCA 1710
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Walnut, oak, pine glass
- height 104 in.; width 46 1/2 in.; depth 23 in.
- 264 cm; 117 cm; 58.5 cm
Bun feet replaced.
Condition
Overall in very good condition. Bun feet replaced. Finials later. Some minor losses to some of the veneer and inlay. Some restorations to old age cracks. Largest age cracks to sides of case. Five inches of molding missing from top of bureau at left side. Fall front with some marks and scratches consistent with use and age. Leather with some marks and scratches. Back boards of lowermost section are replaced. Mirrors with some losses to silvering and crystallization. Old wood worm damage.
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.