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William Burges (1820 - 1881)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- A rare fire grate
- 62cm. high by 45cm. deep;
- 2ft ¼in., 1ft 5¾in.
cast iron and brass, the arched back plate with foliage and cross-hatch motif, the andirons with stylised foliate mountings
Condition
A stylish piece of good overall appearance with typical minor pitting and blemishing consistent with material. Piece is much blacker than catalogue illustration suggests. Minor traces of oxidisation in places. A practical piece ready for use.
"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."
Catalogue Note
A similar dog-grate can be seen in Burges own residence, Tower House in London (Richard Pullan, The House of William Burges, A.R.A., London, 1885, pl. 27; J. Mordant Crook, The Strange Genius of William Burges, Cardiff, 1981, p. 60).