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A George III style mahogany breakfront bookcase last quarter 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- height 8 ft. 1 in.; width 8 ft. 1 1/2 in.; depth 24 in.
- 246.4 cm; 247.7 cm; 61 cm
the breakfronted dentil-molded cornice centered by a broken pediment above a conforming case centered by a pair of glazed doors with canted square mullions flanked by a pair of similarly glazed doors each opening to three adjustable shelves, the projecting lower section fitted with a pair of frieze drawers above three graduated long drawers flanked by a pair of cupboard doors opening to an adjustable shelf.
Condition
Overall good condition; top of lower section with craquelure to finish; interior to upper section later fitted with silk lining; two central doors to upper section with bruises to the middle of the outside frame where it hits the handles to the outside doors; overall with some old marks and scratches.
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.