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A George I pewter-Inlaid Walnut Chest-on-Chest
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut, brass, pewter
- height 6 ft. 1 1/4 in.; width 40 in.; depth 21 1/2 in.
- 186.1 cm; 101.6 cm; 54.6 cm
The swan-neck pediment above four graduated long drawers, the lower section fitted with a sliding panel fitted with a baize-lined books rest or ratchet support and small well for writing instruments above three graduated long drawers, raised on bracket feet. Alterations.
Provenance
Sold, Christie's, New York, April 9, 2003, lot 61
Sold, Christie's, London, A House on the Wiltshire Downs, March 6, 2008, lot 205 (£11,250)
Sold, Christie's, London, A House on the Wiltshire Downs, March 6, 2008, lot 205 (£11,250)
Condition
Fair condition; nice color and figuring to the walnut; small losses to moldings throughout, visible in the catalogue illustration; some small chips and losses to veneers around feet apron and sides; large loss to veneer to back right foot; overall with old marks and scratches; the fitted brushing slide appears to be later fitted.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.