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A Spanish baroque fruitwood and amaranth inlaid walnut and parquetry commode
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut, fruitwood, gilt-metal
- 119cm. high, 220cm. wide, 70cm. deep; 3ft. 10¾in., 7ft. 2½in., 2ft. 3½in.
the moulded top above two short drawers flanking a narrow drawer above three long drawers, the canted sides enclosing three shelves on a moulded platform base the whole inlaid with diapers and geometric motifs
Provenance
Purchased by the present owner from Huntingdon Antiques 1996.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. The top is probably a later addition and has a restoration to the rear left corner and old marks, deep scratches and pitting. There are hairline construction cracks generally commensurate with age and normal usage. The handles are later replacements. The piece has been partially rebacked.
"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."