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A George III mahogany twin pedestal desk, circa 1780
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- leather, mahogany
- 80.5cm. high, 85.5cm. wide, 109cm. deep; 2ft. 8in., 2ft. 9¾in.,3ft. 7in.
the inset red leather tooled top above three frieze drawers above six short drawers, the opposing side with a central frieze drawer flanked by cupboard doors enclosing an arrangements of pigeon holes, on concealed brass cappings and wood castors, the gilt-brass handles later
Condition
Overall in good conserved condition. The gilt tooled red leather top with atmospheric distressing. The mahogany veneers to all sides with a rich patina. There are some secure age cracks to both returns. With old marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."