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Bruce Talbert (1838 - 1881) for Cox & Sons
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A wall-mounted corner cabinet
- 143cm. high by 62cm. wide by 25cm. deep;
- 4ft 8¼in., 2ft ½in., 9¾in.
ebonised mahogany, the arched upper gallery beneath peaked pediment, floral painted within, the two fielded panel cupboard doors painted with Aesthetic figures and concealing a shelved interior, the undertier with two further shelves, one backed by a mirror
Condition
A striking and decorative piece in overall good appearance. The colour of the illustration in the catalogue is fair. The floral painted decoration to the interior is on a front of canvas. There are some old marks and scratches consistent with age and some dirt to the surface. Some minor loss to the paint of the two panels. The left hand painted panel has a vertical scratch, approximately 3¼in. (8.2cm.). One mirror may be a replacement. An unusual piece ready for display or use. This lot appears in Sam Taylor-Wood's photograph 'Five Revolutionary Secons XII' 1998, which was nominated for the Turner prize.
"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."