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A George II mahogany serpentine commode circa 1760, almost certainly by Owen Jones
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- MAHOGANY
- 87.5cm. high, 108cm. wide, 55.5cm.deep; 2ft. 10½in., 3ft. 6½in., 1ft. 9¾in.
with a moulded serpentine top above four mahogany-lined graduated drawers, the top drawer stamped O1766J
Condition
Overall this commode is in good condition. It is extremely rare to find a piece of this period stamped. Old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. A lovely example. Proabaly re-finished but a while ago. Three drawers have age cracks to the bottom of the drawer. Locks are all matching and appear to be original. No key. Handles appear to be original.
"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 present commode is stamped OJ on the edge of the top drawer. It is possible that this stamp relates to Owen Jones who was a London cabinet maker who subscribed to Thomas Chippendale`s Director in 1754. The design of this commode relates closely to a commode made for Paxton House by Chippendale and illustrated in Christopher Gilbert, The Life and Work of Thomas Chippendale, London, 2 vols., vol. II, p. 117, pl. 206.