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An Irish William IV mahogany Davenport desk by Williams & Gibton Dublin, circa 1830
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- height 35 1/2 in.; width 37 in.; depth 28 in.
- 90 cm; 94 cm; 71 cm
the interior stamped WILLIAMS & GIBTON; the leather lined front lifting to reveal three interior drawers, two of which are dummy drawers; both sides fitted with drawers, one with a ratcheted writing slide and one side fitted with an inkwell.
Condition
Lock stamped CHUBBS NEW PATENT 57 ST PAULS ChYd LONDON and numbered. Mahogany with some minor scratches, bruises and dents consistent with use and age.Some minor infilled age cracks to sides of top section, one with some minor lifting.
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.