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A George IV satinwood three tier étagère circa 1820
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Satinwood, Brass
- 77cm. high; 36cm. wide, 36cm. deep; 2ft. 6in, 1ft. 2in, 1ft. 2in.
attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, with turned and reeded supports on brass caps and castors
Condition
The piece is in overall good condition with the top slightly bowed and very small repairs to veneers in the top tier.
"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 form of the reeded supports and carved finials of the present etagère are typical design features commonly associated with the firm of Gillows of Lancaster suggesting that it could also have been made by this firm. The quality of the present piece is also of a standard associated with the firm again suggesting that it could have been made by them.