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A Dutch marquetry and walnut bombé bureau, second half 19th century
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- walnut, marquetry
- 104.5cm. high, 115cm wide, 56cm. deep; 3ft. 5in., 3ft. 9¼in., 1ft. 10in.
inlaid with flowers, foliage and birds, the interior with drawers, pigeonholes and concealed drawers arranged around a central tambour cupboard, the lower section with three drawers on front paw feet
Provenance
A wedding present to Andrew, 11th Duke of Devonshire (1920- 2004) and Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire (1920-2014) in 1941
Condition
Very decorative. The top slightly warped and sticking. There are small losses to some veneers. Surface marks and discolouration. Interior of fall with detached drawer divisions (should be easy to fix). One hinge damaged. Brasses tarnished. Wear, rubbing and losses to carved paw feet. Chips to extremities.
"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."