VERY FINE AND RARE FEDERAL INLAID AND FIGURED MAHOGANY TAMBOUR ROLL-TOP DESK-AND-BOOKCASE, ATTRIBUTED TO THE STOP OF JOHN AND THOMAS SEYMOUR, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, CIRCA 1810 |

appears to retain its original hardware, baize writing surface, interior robin's egg blue paint to the pigeonholes.

Overall find condition. Wear, scuffs and age splits commensurate with age and use. All but one knee return has been lost of damaged, the only one that is left mostly in tact is the proper front right knee return which has a 1/2" loss to the upper exterior point. The baize surface show discoloration consistent with exposure to light, as well as wear consistent with use. Secondary woods: Pine, mahogany, ash or oak
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.