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A George III inlaid mahogany linen press circa 1770
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- height 6 ft. 9 in.; width 4 ft. 9 3/4 in.; depth 25 1/2 in.
- 205.7 cm; 146.7 cm; 64.8 cm
Condition
Overall in good restored condition. The backboard replaced and now with a later shelf to upper section. Appears to have previously been fitted with sliding shelves. Some minor nicks and wear to cresting. Very thin age crack to left oval panel with some liner inpainting and infilling. Lower section with nicks and wear to extremities. Very thin age cracks to the left right side panels. Some restorations to the cockbeading drawers.
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.