A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BREAKFRONT LIBRARY BOOKCASE, CIRCA 1770
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BREAKFRONT LIBRARY BOOKCASE, CIRCA 1770
with a moulded dentil cornice above four glazed doors, with a pair of cupboard doors below, flanked by five drawers to each side
281cm. high, 282cm. wide, 60cm. deep; 9ft. 2½in., 9ft. 3in., 1ft. 11¾in.
Condition Report:
Impressive and generally in very good order. This smart bookcase has been re-polished and restored. The glass has been replaced but has a very attractive appearance. There is a loss to the cockbeading on the moulded spandrel of the central doors. There are other losses and chips to details. There are dents and some bruises to some areas (which do not detract). The extreior breakfront shelf with old mark to the right side. The lock site of the right door has had some work.
"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."
Provenance:
Reindeer Antiques, London, 12 May 2004
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A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BREAKFRONT LIBRARY BOOKCASE, CIRCA 1770
with a moulded dentil cornice above four glazed doors, with a pair of cupboard doors below, flanked by five drawers to each side
281cm. high, 282cm. wide, 60cm. deep; 9ft. 2½in., 9ft. 3in., 1ft. 11¾in.
Condition Report:
Impressive and generally in very good order. This smart bookcase has been re-polished and restored. The glass has been replaced but has a very attractive appearance. There is a loss to the cockbeading on the moulded spandrel of the central doors. There are other losses and chips to details. There are dents and some bruises to some areas (which do not detract). The extreior breakfront shelf with old mark to the right side. The lock site of the right door has had some work.
"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."
Provenance:
Reindeer Antiques, London, 12 May 2004
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