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MEREDITH FAMILY CHIPPENDALE CARVED AND FIGURED CHERRYWOOD TALL CASE CLOCK, WORKS PROBABLY BY OWEN GRIFFITH, BUCKS CO., PENNSYLVANIA, CIRCA 1785
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- Height 92 1/2 in. by Width 21 in. by Depth 12 1/2 in.
Provenance
Descended through the Meredith family, Pennsylvania;
William Doyle Galleries, New York, November 1983;
Philip H. Bradley Co. Antiques, Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
William Doyle Galleries, New York, November 1983;
Philip H. Bradley Co. Antiques, Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
Literature
Lita Solis-Cohen, "Americana Sale," Maine Antiques Digest, January 1984, p. 13.
Condition
Finials appear to be original. Vertical glue blocks on proper left rear foot replaced. Cracks to feet repaired and the case has been re-finished.
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.
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.