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A pair of George III mahogany dumbwaiters, late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
- 119cm. high, 61.5cm. diameter; 3ft. 10¾in., 2ft.
each painted with borders of grape and vine and the top centred by small shield above two further graduated tiers on a reeded stem and downswept legs ending in castors
Condition
In ready to place condition. Painting possibly later and with some minor rubbing. Restored break to moulded fixing on underside of one top and old re-paired break to leg of this example too. The other with repaired break to one leg and similar repair to moulding under top, the middle circular tier with repaired age crack. The pair are nice quality and generally in good order.
The arms to each top are those of VISCONTI, of Milan. Ref. Armorial Général, by J.B. Rietstap, Vol. I, page 1012
"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."