- 581
A George III mahogany breakfront bookcase circa 1775
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- height 9 ft. 7 in.; width 14 ft.; 20 1/4 in.
- 292 cm; 426.7 cm; 51.4 cm
Condition
Overall good condition; appears to retain much original glass with some replacements; five panes with cracks, one recently replaced; made of good quality with mahogany veneers on solid mahogany door fronts; lock plates replaced with subsequent small patches about keyholes on right side of right doors; the central upper right cabinet section with loss to molding base of left side; minor nicks and wear consistent with age and use especially to baseboard.
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.