Lot 496
  • 496

A VICTORIAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT PARCEL-GILT AMBOYNA AND EBONISED MAHOGANY OTTOMAN, CIRCA 1880, IN THE MANNER OF LAMB OF MANCHESTER |

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • 48cm. high, 107cm. wide, 46cm. deep; 19in., 42in., 18in.
the hinged top above a recess with a leather cover

Provenance

Acquired from Mallett & Sons (Antiques) Ltd., London, 2002.

Condition

Overall in good restored condition. Leather cover to hinged top replaced. Minor scuffs and scratches to ebonized surface, notably to mouldings around peripheral edges. The interior in good condition but evidence of dents and scratches from chain latch getting caught. Some minor chips and losses to turned legs. Practical and decorative.
"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.
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