Lot 543
  • 543

WILLIAM AND MARY MAPLE AND PINE JAPANNED HIGH CHEST OF DRAWERS, AMERICA OR ENGLAND, CIRCA 1715

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • pine
  • Height 89 1/4 in. by Width 40 1/4 in. by Depth 22 1/4 in.
With restorations.

Provenance

Howard K. and Priscilla S. Richmond, Southbury, Connecticut;
Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, The Collection of Noted Connecticut Antiquarians Priscilla S. and Howard K. Richmond, August 2, 1997, lot 170.

Condition

upper case backboards replaced, japanning partially restored, stretchers with some restorations, proper left side of upper case with a slight lean backwards. top small drawers in upper case with replaced bottoms. drawer bottoms in lower case appear replaced. inconsistent dovetailing of drawers throughout.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.