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A Queen Anne walnut desk and bookcase, early 18th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- walnut, brass, oak
- height 79 in.; width 40 1/2 in.; depth 23 1/4 in.
- 200 cm; 103 cm; 59 cm
Provenance
Edgar Bronfman Sr., New York
Condition
Of great charm. In good restored condition. Old repairs to mouldings and back panel of one mirror door. Old scuffs, marks and scratches as to be expected. Minor losses to walnut veneers. Evidence of old worm. Mirror plates with wear as to be expected. Parcel gilt urn finials sympathetic replacements or additions; holes present for finials at rear corners. Bun feet later as to be expected. Hardware replaced with old filled holes from former handles.
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.