Lot 1658
  • 1658

VERY FINE AND RARE CHIPPENDALE CARVED CHERRYWOOD CHEST-ON-CHEST, SIGNED H.A. LANDON, COLCHESTER, CONNECTICUT, CIRCA 1785 |

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Height 84 in. by Width 39 1/2 in by Depth 20 1/2 in.
signed H.A. Landon on the left side of the top right small drawer.

Condition

Overall fine condition. Wear and age splits commensurate with age and use. There is a 2" x 2" patch on the proper right side of the upper case. The top inch of each of the short drawers of the lower case have been patched. Secondary wood: 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.