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An Italian walnut and burr walnut, mahogany and fruitwood inlaid commode, Venice, second half 18th century
Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- Walnut, fruitwood, pine
- 81cm. high, 92cm. wide, 53cm. deep; 2ft. 8in., 3ft. ¼in., 1ft. 9in.
the moulded and book-matched panel top, above a leather writing slide and three drawers with two further long drawers, raised on short cabriole legs
Condition
In reasonable conserved condition. Marks and scratches consistent with age and use, and traces of old woodworm, which appears to be no longer active. Restorations to signs of woodworm activity. Overall minor restoration to veneer inlays. Two noticeable losses to the veneer of the central frieze drawer, with detached pieces extant. The runners of the upper long drawer replaced. One vertical shrinkage crack to the left side, which has been restored.
"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."