Lot 60
  • 60

A PAIR OF ENGLISH MAHOGANY BOOKCASES 19TH CENTURY AND LATER

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 5 ft. 6 3/4 in.; 4 ft.; depth 13 3/4 in.
  • 169.5 cm; 121.9 cm; 34.9 cm
each in two sections, the lower section with a pair of cupboard doors opening to shelves.  Alterations.

Condition

Overall in good condition, with old marks, scratches and bruises, with some veneer patches to the side panels of the lower sections, possibly altered from larger cabinets, the first cabinet with door handles loose but present to lower section and with later blocks, the side moldings possibly later, the second cabinet with later blocks, the side moldings possibly later.
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.