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A pair of Regency Gothic style polychrome and gilt decorated miniature display cabinets, circa 1815
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- glass, giltwood and textile
- 53cm. high, 23cm. wide, 16.5cm. deep; 1ft. 9in., 9in., 6½in.
the glazed compartments between cluster column uprights and with mirrored backs, the ogee arched tops surmounted by crocketed finials
Provenance
Almost certainly commissioned by Henry Howard, (1757-1842) for the Library at Corby Castle, Cumbria.
Thence by descent until sold, Phillips house sale, Corby Castle, 18th May 1994, lot 123.
Thence by descent until sold, Phillips house sale, Corby Castle, 18th May 1994, lot 123.
Literature
Illustrated in the 1994 sale catalogue on the chimneypiece in the Library, p.47.
Condition
Superb quality. Losses to elements. Some re-glued carved elements. One with a velvet lined based.
"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."