- 1225
Very Rare Classical Mahogany Canterbury, Rhode Island, Circa 1815
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- Height 18 1/4 in. by Width 17 7/8 in. by Depth 12 in.
Provenance
Martha Freeman Nicholson (née Sayles, 1896–1947) and Paul Coe Nicholson (1888–1956), Providence and Bristol, Rhode Island;
by descent in the Nicholson family.
by descent in the Nicholson family.
Condition
Wear commensurate with age and use. Losses to the lower edge of the proper back left foot. 3" loss to the veneer edge on front and back of lower case.
Secondary wood: Chestnut
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.
Catalogue Note
This Canterbury is included in the Rhode Island Furniture Archive at the Yale University Art Gallery (RIF628).