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A fine small English oak clamped-front ark late 16th/early 17th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 45cm. high, 77.5cm. wide, 37cm. deep; 1ft. 5½in., 2ft. 6in., 1ft. 2½in.
the canted boarded hinged lid between shaped ends, the front with two key apertures and branded 'CW', one side branded 'RP' and repeated indistinctly
Condition
Generally tidy considering age and use with superb patina. The top with some old fragmenting at the separations of the boards that is constructed from. Two old apertures on front rim of top. Front with two corresponding smaller apertures on top rim and a partial split to the left side of the front. Some typical old fragmenting and chipping throughout. The rear with separations and partial splits to the boards. The feet with traces of worm with residual fragmenting and wear. Attractive small proportions with integrity and good colour.
"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."
"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."