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Very Rare Pilgrim Century Joined Cedrela and Walnut Chest of Drawers, attributed to the Ralph Mason or Henry Messenger shop traditions, Boston, Massachusetts, Circa 1685
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- cedrela and walnut
- Height 35 1/2 in. by Width 39 in. by Depth 29 1/4 in.; Width of case 36 3/8 in.
Feet and applied moldings on drawer dividers replaced.
Exhibited
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Milwaukee Art Center, American Decorative Arts, September 19, 1975 - September 19, 1976.
Literature
Robert Trent, "The Chest of Drawers in America, 1635-1720: A Postscript," Winterthur Portfolio, 20:1 (Spring, 1985), 44-5.
Condition
Wear commensurate with age and use. Feet replaced, new molding on drawer dividers, hardware replaced, minor moldings replaced.
Secondary woods: oak and white pine.
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.