Lot 208
- 208
An Empire style gilt-bronze mounted burr and birchwood kneehole desk circa 1900
Estimate
4,500 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- with nine drawers and green leather inset top, birchwood, brass
- 81cm. high, 185cm. wide, 106cm. deep; 2ft. 8in., 6ft. 1in., 3ft. 5½in.
the top with threes frieze drawers and opposing dummy drawers, flanked by two writing slides above six short drawers
Provenance
Villa Betty Overtoom, Amsterdam;
Sotheby’s Amsterdam, November 1981, lot
Sotheby’s Amsterdam, November 1981, lot
Condition
Overall in reasonable condition. The inset leather top with typical signs of wear and staining. There are some minor losses to the veneers and a craqeuleur running throughout. With old marks and scratches as to be expected. The mounts in good condition.
"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."
"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."