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A William IV breakfront gonçalo alves side cabinet, circa 1830, in the manner of Gillows
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- 92cm. high, 181.5cm. wide, 37cm. deep; 3ft. ¼in., 5ft. 11¼in., 1ft 2½in.
with a later marble top above a central pair of cupboard doors with two shelves and pleated green silk, flanked on either side with conform cupboards, twice stamped JAMES WINTER 101 WARDOUR STREET SOHO
Condition
In good restored condition with a later marble top. Surface re-polished. Silk lining replaced. Brasses later. There are some minor losses to beaded border around the frieze and a repaired break to one of the bun feet. Generally with minor old marks and scratches throughout 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."
Catalogue Note
This bookcase's reeded pilasters, with acanthus-wrapped volutes headed with rosettes, reflects the antique fashion introduced by the renowned cabinet-making firm of Gillows. Related library furniture was supplied by Gillows for the Library at Tatton Park, Cheshire.
James Winter was an important furniture dealer, broker and licensed appraiser based in Soho, London between 1823 and 1840.
James Winter was an important furniture dealer, broker and licensed appraiser based in Soho, London between 1823 and 1840.