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Two mahogany night stands, 19th century
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
- 84.5cm. high, 40.5cm. wide, 38cm. deep; 2ft. 9¼in., 1ft. 4in., 1ft. 3in. and 75.5cm. high, 41cm. wide, 39.5cm. deep; 2ft. 6in., 1ft. 4in., 1ft. 3½in.
one a Regency example with an ebony strung door and x-frame stretcher, the underside with a gummed paper label stamped 'CHATSWORTH', the other, larger, Victorian example on turned tapering legs and with a paper label printed 'CHATSWORTH' and a further paper label with 'Mary, Duchess of Devonshire' in manuscript
Provenance
The Victorian example acquired or inherited by Mary, Duchess of Devonshire (1895–1988)
Condition
Regency example good although with surface scratches and old marks and wear from age and use. Probably re-polished. The door bowed.
The Victorian example good although, again with old marks and scratches consistent 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."