- 970
A George I inlaid burr and figured walnut desk and bookcase circa 1720
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- walnut
- height 6 ft. 9 1/4 in.; width 40 1/2 in.; depth 22 3/4 in.
- 207.4 cm; 102.9 cm; 57.8 cm
Provenance
Sold Christie's New York, October 18, 2001, lot 188
Condition
Decorative. Overall in good recently restored and repaired condition. Re-polished with a glossy surface. The upper section with later mirror plates. There are losses to mouldings and some veneers. Some replaced sections of inlaid banding. Patches to some veneers. Old worm damage. The brass hardware has been sympathetically replaced covering the sites of former handles. Feet replaced and with restorations. There are typical old, marks, stains and scratches. There are ink stains to the interior. A charming restored lot that would benefit from some gentle tidying to losses.
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.