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A George III satinwood secretaire cabinet, circa 1790, in the manner of George Simpson
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- satinwood and other non endangered species, glass, brass
- 155cm. high, 78cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 5ft. 1in., 2ft. 7in.,1ft. 6½in.
the moulded cornice above two lancet glazed doors with ivory escutcheons above a fitted secretaire drawer with a tooled leather inset writing surface and a recessed arched apron drawer, on square tapering legs, with illegible chalk inscription to the reverse Sir...
Provenance
Christie's London, Important English Furniture, 18 November 1993, lot 134
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. The glazed doors opening to reveal two adjustable felt lined shelves. The tooled leather surface to the secretaire has a split along the line of movement and some atmospheric wear. There are conserved age cracks to the returns. With old marks and scratches throughout commensurate 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
A related satinwood and sabicu chiffonier by George Simpson (1780-1839) is illustrated in the Dictionary of English Furniture-Makers, Leeds, 1986, pls. 22 and 23.