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A George III mahogany breakfront secretaire library bookcase circa 1770
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- MAHOGANY PINE BEECH LEATHER BRASS
- 293cm. high, 257cm. wide, 58cm. deep; 9ft. 5¼in., 8ft. 5in., 1ft. 11in.
in the manner of Thomas Chippendale, the top with a pierced fret-carved cornice with a broken architectural pediment above four astragally glazed doors, the secretaire drawer fitted with a tooled leather inset for writing, small drawers and pigeonholes, with a pair of cupboard doors below flanked by a further pair of cupboard doors, all enclosing adjustable shelves, on a plinth
Condition
Good overall condition. Replaced leather to secretaire drawer. Old marks and scratches. Some replaced panes. Ready to place.
"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
A bookcase of similar form, with the identical pattern of glazing bars to the central section, is illustrated in Thomas Chippendale, The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker`s Director, 1754, pl. LXVII.