- 940
Very Fine and Rare Classical figured mahogany dressing glass, attributed to Seymour's Boston Furniture Warehouse, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1810-12
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, glass
- Height 19 3/4 in. by Width 27 in. by Depth 7 1/4 in.
Appears to retain its original finish and hardware.
Condition
Proper top left corner applied glyph replace on mirror frame. Overall excellent condition.
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.
Catalogue Note
A near identical example with later embellishments is in in the collection of Henry Francis du Pont Wintherthur Museum (see Robert Mussey, The Furniture Masterworks of John & Thomas Seymour, (Salem, Massachusetts: Peabody Essex Museum, 2003), pp. 252-3, no. 59).