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A George III rosewood banded satinwood secretaire bookcase, circa 1785, attributed to Gillows
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- satinwood, rosewood
- 244cm. high, 107cm. wide, 55cm. deep; 8ft., 3ft. 6in., 1ft. 9¾in.
the swan-neck pediment above glazed doors with two adjustable shelves, the secretaire drawer enclosing a fitted interior with eight drawers with ivory handles, above three long graduated drawers, handles possibly later
Condition
In overall good restored condition. The urn finial and pediment to the top is later. There is minor movement to veneers due to age and some restored age cracks which have been conserved very well. The leather inset replaced and the brass handles are possibly later. One glass pane to the left hand side has a small chip to the bottom left corner. With some minor old marks and scratches to the veneers commensurate 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."