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Two Regency brass mounted tôle coal boxes, early 19th century
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- tole and brass
- largest approximately: 38cm. high, 56cm. wide, 36cm. deep; 1ft. 3in., 1ft. 10in., 1ft. 2in.
each associated lid with a brass knob handle, one with gilt anthemion decoration and paw feet, the other with line decoration and flattened bun feet together with two further, very distressed examples (4)
Provenance
Probably William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1858)
Condition
All very distressed and in need of retouching with some rust and associated corrosion. Two very distressed and with holes and one with distressed leg. Losses to gilding etc. etc.
"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."