- 1077
A Regency rosewood bookstand, circa 1820, in the manner of Williams and Gibton
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- rosewood
- 21.5cm. high, 42cm. wide, 24cm. deep; 8½in., 1ft. 4½in., 9½in.
Condition
Overall in very good conserved condition. The gadrooned mouldings to the returns possibly replaced. With minor 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."
Catalogue Note
Formed in 1829 from an earlier company, the firm had its roots in the business established by John Mack in Abbey Street, Dublin, in 1784. Following the death of John Mack in 1829, the firm continued to trade under the names of the surviving partners, Williams and Gibton, until after the death of William Gibton in 1844, it again changed its name to Williams & Sons. The company ceased trading in 1852. Bookstands of this form are typical of their output.