A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BUREAU BOOKCASE, CIRCA 1770
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BUREAU BOOKCASE, CIRCA 1770
the top with a broken pediment above a blind fret carved frieze and a pair of astragal glazed doors, the bureau with an inlaid fitted interior above two short and three long drawers, on ogee bracket feet
235cm. high, 122cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 7ft. 8½in., 4ft., 2ft.
Condition Report:
Overall in country house condition. Overall marks and scratches. Changed lock with consequetial later escutheon. Well matched 10in section of moulding to front left moulding at joint of upper section. Handles replaced. Typical old marks and scratches consistent with age and use.
"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."
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A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BUREAU BOOKCASE, CIRCA 1770
the top with a broken pediment above a blind fret carved frieze and a pair of astragal glazed doors, the bureau with an inlaid fitted interior above two short and three long drawers, on ogee bracket feet
235cm. high, 122cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 7ft. 8½in., 4ft., 2ft.
Condition Report:
Overall in country house condition. Overall marks and scratches. Changed lock with consequetial later escutheon. Well matched 10in section of moulding to front left moulding at joint of upper section. Handles replaced. Typical old marks and scratches consistent with age and use.
"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."
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