A REGENCY ROSEWOOD METAMORPHIC FOLIO CABINET, CIRCA 1820, IN THE MANNER OF GILLOWS
KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A REGENCY ROSEWOOD METAMORPHIC FOLIO CABINET, CIRCA 1820, IN THE MANNER OF GILLOWS
the sliding triple-ratcheted bi-folding leather-inset top with removable book stops above a pair of silk pleated brass grille doors enclosing five adjustable folio slides
78cm. high, 114cm. wide, 81cm. deep; 2ft. 6¾in., 3ft. 9in., 2ft. 8in.
Condition Report:
In overall original country house condition. Leather inset top attractively worn with rubbing watermarks and stains. Surface very dry particularly to one side and would benefit from a wax according to taste. Losses to veneers to one corner of plinth base and significant loss to moulding on cupboard dorrs. Pleated silk with tears and discolouration. Superb quality. With one key although this key does not seem to operate the lock.
"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:
Probably supplied to Nathaniel Clements, 2nd Earl of Leitrim, KP PC (Ire) (1768-1854)
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KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A REGENCY ROSEWOOD METAMORPHIC FOLIO CABINET, CIRCA 1820, IN THE MANNER OF GILLOWS
the sliding triple-ratcheted bi-folding leather-inset top with removable book stops above a pair of silk pleated brass grille doors enclosing five adjustable folio slides
78cm. high, 114cm. wide, 81cm. deep; 2ft. 6¾in., 3ft. 9in., 2ft. 8in.
Condition Report:
In overall original country house condition. Leather inset top attractively worn with rubbing watermarks and stains. Surface very dry particularly to one side and would benefit from a wax according to taste. Losses to veneers to one corner of plinth base and significant loss to moulding on cupboard dorrs. Pleated silk with tears and discolouration. Superb quality. With one key although this key does not seem to operate the lock.
"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:
Probably supplied to Nathaniel Clements, 2nd Earl of Leitrim, KP PC (Ire) (1768-1854)
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