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A George III mahogany chest of drawers circa 1770
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Mahogany
- 86.5cm. high, 92.5cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 2ft.10in., 3ft. ½in., 2ft.
attributed to Thomas Chippendale, the moulded top above four graduated drawers with S-pattern escutcheons, on bracket feet
Condition
Overall in good restored condition with nice colour and an attractive scale. Brasses apparently original. Bracket feet possibly re-veneered. Old marks, scratches and dents throughout, but entirely consistent with age and use.
"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 attribution to Thomas Chippendale (d. 1779) is based on stylistic grounds, most notably the use of S-pattern escutcheons. This distinctive and unusual pattern featured almost exclusively on a number of documented Chippendale pieces, such as the bookcases supplied to Sir Penistone Lamb for the Library at Brocket Hall in 1772-1775 (see Christopher Gilbert, The Life and Works of Thomas Chippendale, London, 1978, vol. II, figs. 77, 80 and 267).