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SERGE CHERMAYEFF (FOR WARING & GILLOW LTD) | Desk
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Serge Chermayeff
- Desk
- with applied metal manufacturer's label to drawer interior, the locks each impressed B/WARING & GILLOW Ltd/LANCASTER, one drawer impressed WARING & GILLOW LTD
- walnut, brass, leather
- 75.4 by 154 by 66.5cm.; 29 5/8 by 60 5/8 by 26 1/8 in.
- Executed circa 1930.
Literature
J.C. Rogers, Modern English Furniture, London, 1930, pp. 59, 60 for a related example
Condition
Overall in good condition. The wooden surfaces present with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks and shallow indentations consistent with age and use. The fluted edges of the fluted detailing of the legs with a few minor scattered chips. The leather surface with multiple areas of rubbing, scuffs and scratches. The proper left edge above the centre drawer with two areas which have worn through to the metal below measuring approximately 2.5 and 3.5cm. The brass handles present with some scattered oxidation and rubbing throughout.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."