Lot 1062
  • 1062

Very Fine Federal Inlaid and Figured Mahogany Sideboard, New York, Circa 1795

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • Height 40 5/8 in. by Width 70 3/4 in. by Depth 29 in.

Provenance

Sotheby's, New York, Important Americana, June 21, 1996, sale 6866, lot 423

Condition

Overall fine condition. Wear commensurate with age and use. Hardware replaced. There are patches central cupboard doors due to old age cracks and to the drawers that flank them consistent with removal of hardware. The proper back left leg has been cracked and reglued at the junction with the case. The proper side left leg has been cracked and reglued, approximately 5 inches up from the bottom of it, with patches to the veneer. The proper back right and side right legs have been cracked and reglued just below the junction of the case, with resulting patches to the veneer. Secondary wood: white pine and poplar.
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.