Lot 48
  • 48

An Italian carved walnut cupboard early 17th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 113cm. high, 89cm. wide, 59cm. deep; 3ft. 8½in., 2ft. 11in., 1ft. 11¼in.
with a rectangular top above dentil moulding, the frieze drawer with  a raised rectangular panel flanked by a scrolled acanthus above a cupboard door with a raised diaper motif enclosing a shelf, flanked by reeded pilasters with Ionic capitals on paw front feet and bracket rear feet

Provenance

Purchased Sotheby's, London, Haute Epoque,1st November 2005, lot 73.

Condition

There is evidence of a previous boss on the diaper on the door. The drawer sides appear to be replaced. The front and side moulding beneath the frieze drawer appears to be a later replacement, as does the dentil moulding beneath the top on the front. Old restorations generally commensurate with age, especially to cracks on the top. The feet appear later replacements. In overall 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."