- 388
A pair of Italian walnut bedside commodes, Venetian mid 18th Century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Walnut
- each 70cm. high, 41cm. wide, 28cm. deep; 2ft. 3½in., 1ft. 4¼in., 11in.
of serpentine tapering form, the shaped top above three drawers and a shaped apron, on cabriole legs
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Old minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age and normal usage. The tops have water staining. There are construction cracks at the joints and cracks generally especially to the drawers, some of which are opening up and need refilling. Old minor restorations to the veneer of the drawers and generally and patches to the veneer. The wood is a little dry looking and would benefit from a repolish according to taste.
"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."