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A George I burr and figured walnut bachelor's chest of drawers
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- height 30 1/4 in.; width 32 3/4 in.; depth 14 in.
- 76.8 cm; 83.2 cm; 35.6 cm
Bandings to top possibly replaced, later handles and escutcheons, replacements to feet.
Condition
Overall good restored condition and with a later finish; the top with a horizontal age crack with subsequent small tearing to the veneers, the bandings to the top possibly replaced, the top with slight warpage and rippling; the drawer fronts with small infilled patched holes where original hardware was attached; later handles and escutcheons; the top drawer lacking the cock-beaded molded right side edge; one drawer divider with a loss to the veneer approximately 1 ½ inches by ¾ inch; one drawer runner with a shim; front feet possibly re-veneered; the feet restored with some replacements to the veneers; later corner blocks to feet; some old worm to the back feet; overall with old marks, scratches scuffs and bruises and with small nicks.
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.