Lot 48
  • 48

A GEORGE III INLAID PADOUK AND MAHOGANY SERPENTINE CHEST OF DRAWERS CIRCA 1770

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • height 32 3/4 in.; width 44 in.; depth 22 3/4 in.
  • 83.2 cm; 111.8 cm.; 57.8 cm.
fitted with a baize-lined brushing slide above four graduated drawers; the inked signature M kendrickRestorations, underside to top now with braces.

Condition

Very nice quality, mahogany-lined drawers, good restored condition, the top with rippling and now with braces to underside to stabilize it, lifting and replacements to veneers with some inpainting, the front right and side thumb molding with repaired breaks, losses and replacements to veneers of drawer fronts, old marks and scratches, losses to molding of left front foot, two corner blocks replaced, replacments to veneers of left front foot; moldings possibly once ebonized.
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.