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A George III brass-mounted mahogany cellaret Circa 1770
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 29 in.; width 17 in.; depth 11 1/2 in.
- 73.7 cm; 43.2 cm; 29.2 cm
the hinged top opening to a compartment above a door opening to a compartment; on casters.
Condition
Overall good restored condition; color to top enhanced; old repaired inpainted crack to right side molded edge of top running the length of the side; patch above back right hinge; fillet above back left hinge; age crack to back panel; age crack to right side panel; lacking chain to hold top up; replacement to cock-beaded edge directly above the lock plate and with shallow long chips to cock-beading above the lock plate; patch beneath keyhole escutcheon; key hole escutcheon replaced; door front with slight warpage and minor shrinkage to cross-banding, hinges slightly loose; right side panel to stand with an age crack; back right leg spliced; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises.
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.