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A George III mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1780
Estimate
250 - 400 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
- 98cm. high, 110cm. wide, 57cm. deep; 3ft. 2½in., 3ft. 7¼in., 1ft. 10½in.
the moulded rectangular top above two small and three long graduated drawers, the back with a paper label printed 'Devonshire House, 1920' and the underside with a gummed paper label stamped 'Chatsworth'
Provenance
Probably ordered by William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire (1748-1811)
Condition
An attractive lot with signs of much wear. The top with cracks and lifting to moulded edge. Chips and loss to rear right corner. Deep gouges and an ink stain to the top. Re-polished. Marks and rubbing to handles sites. Brass discs on swing handles replaced on small drawers. Good quality.
"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."