- 1303
Rare Inlaid Whalebone and Mahogany Document Box, Rhode Island, circa 1850
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Wood and bone
- Height 10 1/2 in. by Width 20 1/2 in. by Depth 12 1/2 in.
the rectangular box with hinged lid openings to an interior; the top front, sides and back inlaid with strips of whalebone.
Provenance
Northeast Auctions, Hampton, New Hampshire, The Collection of John Howland Ricketson III, May 29, 1993, lot 26.
Condition
With some splits, fading, and shrinkage cracks and chips as 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.