- 1270
Rare Brown Painted Walnut Lectern, Probably Pennsylvania, Early 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- walnut
- Height 13 in. by Width 15 1/2 in. by Depth 13 3/4 in.
the slanted lectern fashioned from three planks, with cut and shaped cresting and molded up; dove-tailed into a baluster-turned standard in a stepped and turned circular foot covered in a dark-brown paint; appears to retain original finish.
Provenance
Skinner's, Boston, Massachusetts, The Paul and Margaret Weld Collection, August 13, 2000.
Condition
With some wear and minor losses consistent 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.
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.