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A Victorian burr walnut free-standing kidney-shaped desk circa 1870, by Gillows of Lancaster
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- oak pine mahogany leather beech walnut brass
- 73.5cm. high, 151.5cm. wide, 72cm. deep; 2ft. 5in., 4ft. 11¾in., 2ft. 4¼in.
with applied gilt-metal mounts and a leather inset top above three frieze drawers and six pedestal drawers, with open shelves to the reverse, stamped GILLOWS
Condition
Overall this is in very good condition. The leather top has been replaced. The back side is slightly faded. Some old marks and scratches and losses to veneers commensurate with age and use. Exceptional quality.
"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."