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A George I walnut and featherbanded chest-on-stand circa 1725
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- walnut
- 157cm. high, 101cm. wide, 52cm. deep; 5ft. 1¾in., 3ft. 3¾in., 1ft. 8½in.
the cavetto cornice above two short and three long drawers, the stand with one long and two short drawers with a shaped apron, on cabriole legs, the reverse bearing a paper trade label of Lenygon & Morant with hand written inscription The Duchess of Roxburghe
Condition
Overall in reasonable condition. Re-finished. Old marks and scratches. Losses to veneers and moulding. Signs of old worm - which appears to be no longer active - to top of cavetto cornice.
"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."