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Lot 108
  • 108

A Queen Anne walnut bachelor's chest circa 1710

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • walnut
  • 72.5cm. high, 81cm. wide, 36cm. deep; 2ft. 4½in., 2ft. 8in., 1ft. 2in.
with a hinged top above two short and three grauated long drawers, on bracket feet, handles later

Condition

An attractive piece, with nice colour and in country house condition. The resin handles are later replacements and one is chipped. There are losses, lifting and repairs to the moulding, veneers and cock beading. The veneers to the interior of the top possibly replaced. The lock mechanism to one short drawer is missing. The bracket feet with replacements and repairs. Minor old marks and scratches throughout commensurate with age and use. Some hair line age cracks as a result of movement along the joints of construction as to be expected.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."