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A George IV brass mounted rosewood étagère, circa 1825
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- rosewood
- 99.5cm. high, 46cm. wide, 35cm. deep; 3ft. 3¼in., 1ft. 6in., 1ft. 1¾in.
with three tiers and turned supports, with a lower adapted fall front cupboard
Provenance
Probably John Kerr, 7th Marquess of Lothian (1794 - 1841)
Condition
In country house condition. The base has been adapted and a new fillet of rosewood has been used to fit the fall front. The fall front action has been accommodated in the base of the cupboard. The middle tier with an age crack. The brass gallery is in good condition and the colour and patina of the rosewood is very good. With some old marks and scratches 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."