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A Very Fine and Rare Queen Anne Carved and Figured Cherrywood Bonnet-Top High Chest of Drawers, New England, circa 1770
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 84 1/4 in. by width 42 in. by depth 22 1/4 in.
Appears to retain its original oversized hardware. Retains a dark rich historic surface.
Provenance
George Subkoff Antiques, Westport, Connecticut;
Sotheby's New York, Fine Americana, October 24, 1993, sale no. 6483, lot 297.
Condition
Secondary wood is white pine, finials and finial plinths restored; bonnet dust boards probably replaced; waist molding appears original but is apparently walnut or mahogany; 6 1/2 inch patch to proper right side of front waist molding; drops are restored; block behind scroll board and wafer below finial restored; at one point a board was nailed to top and has since been removed as evidence of a difference in surface history attests.
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.