A REGENCY PEN-WORK DECORATED SIDE CABINET circa 1810

the rectangular top with a foliate and thistle ornamented border, the edge painted with a pattern of leaves and flower heads, the frieze decorated with a repeated pattern of scrolling foliage enclosing leaf sprays, above a cupboard with two doors, the frames similarly decorated with scrolling leaves and flower heads and with open brass trellis-work panels with silk, the stiles with scrolling leaves and anthemion, the sides with flowering trees and birds, and supported on turned toes.

The catalogue illustration is a fairly accurate representation although there is less color difference between the firze and the remaining decoration. There is an age crack to the right half of the top. There are cuts to the border decoration of the top. Very small chips and scratches to decoration. One silk panel to doors loose. Please note that the cabinet has probably been reduced or altered and the date should be removed from the cataloguing.
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.
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