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AN IMPORTANT PILGRIM CENTURY RED-PAINTED CARVED OAK AND PINE DOCUMENT BOX, SERRATE FOLIATE GROUP, ATTRIBUTED TO THE STOUGHTON SHOP TRADITION, PROBABLY BY THOMAS STOUGHTON IV (1662-1748), WINDSOR, CONNECTICUT, CIRCA 1680 |
Estimate
50,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description
- Height 7 3/8 in. by Width 26 3/8 in. by Depth 17 1/4 in.: 18.7 by 67 by 43.8 cm.
appears to retain its original red paint and wrought iron gimmal hinges, lock, and key; (2 pieces).
Condition
Original everything including the key. Exceptional untouched condition. Minor wear commensurate with age and use. Age split to the proper back right corner of the lid, from the corner through the hinge. Together with a key.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.