- 6058
Fine and Rare William and Mary Inlaid Walnut Spice Box, Chester County, Pennsylvania, dated 1746
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Dated 1746
- Walnut
- Height 20 in. by Width 16 in. by Depth 11 in.
panel inlaid with the initials SL and the date 1746.
Provenance
Israel Sack, Inc., New York.
Condition
Replaced lock, refinished. Hinges replaced.
case width: 13 1/4 inches
case depth: 9 3/4 inches
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
Marked SL/1746, this rare box with its false back panel and secret compartment, probably stored medicinal spices in the front and jewelry in the back. A decorative household furnishing and an important one for the housekeeper, who kept the keys to such a treasure-trove box on her chatelaine, this box probably went along on family trips or seasonal moves between the town house and country plantation.