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A George II mahogany and parcel-gilt bureau cabinet circa 1745
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 205cm. high, 84cm. wide, 54cm. deep; 6ft. 8¾in., 2ft. 9in., 1ft. 9¼in.
the mirrored door enclosing shelves and nine drawers around a cupboard door, the bureau with small drawers and pigeonholes (one drawer now missing)
Condition
Gilding re-newed. There is a crack to the lower section both sides, the back boards to the upper section are loose. Good restored condition.
"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
The carved decoration flanking the door to the upper section has close affinities with elements of a design published by Thomas Chippendale in The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director, 1763, 3rd edition, pl. CVIII