Lot 187
  • 187

A Queen Anne pewter-inlaid stained burr maple and rosewood bureau attributed to Coxed and Woster circa 1715

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • maple
  • height 6 ft. 1 in.; width 38 1/2 in.; depth 23 1/2 in.
  • 185.4 cm; 97.8 cm; 59.7 cm
the flat molded cornice above a pair of mirrored doors opening to adjustable shelves, the slant-front opening to an arrangement of drawers and pigeonholes, the case fitted with a pair of short drawers above two graduated long drawers raised on later bun feet.  Top and bottom associated.  Hardware replaced, mirror plates later, restorations.

Provenance

Malcolm Franklin, Inc., Chicago
Sold, Christie’s, New York, October 22, 2010, lot 90

Condition

Top and bottom associated; the bureau base is veneered to the top and is its own entity; the upper section with restorations to the cornice molding; the mirror panels later; the hardware replaced; usual nicks, scratches and wear to the extremities.
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.