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A Spanish Baroque carved walnut vargueño 17th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height 52 3/4 in. width 36 1/2 in.; depth 22 1/4 in.
- 134 cm; 92.5 cm; 56.5 cm
the rectangular iron-mounted face with a fall-front opening to reveal an interior fitted with thirteen drawers and two doors above a later baluster-carved stand with a galleried stretcher.
Condition
Surface abrasions, wear to the top and sides with hairline age cracks consistent with age and use. Some oxidation to the metal mounts. Some wear and restoration to the inside locking mechanism. Traces of surface dirt. Old chips and wear to the inside drawers, with some elements use, particularly the columns of the central and bottom drawer. The stand with old marks, scratches, dents, etc. to the top and base. With traces of worm to the stretcher. Restorations to the stretcher and supports. Restorations to the bases, with futher age cracks. In otherwise good condition.
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.
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.