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A Charles II oak chest circa 1680
Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- Oak, bog oak and holly.
- 70.5cm. high, 167cm. wide, 64.5cm. deep; 2ft 3½in by 5ft 6½in
the boarded top above a guilloche carved frieze and three panels centred by lozenge motifs inlaid with holly and bog oak
Literature
West Horsley Place, Surrey, Inventory, 1938, Vol. 1, p.26, in the Book Room; A 5’9” antique panelled end oak Chest with carved front framing and 3 diamond panels slightly inlaid. £35
Condition
Atmospheric. Repaired break to the top and metal brace to the to the upper left corner. Old marks and scratches throughout. Wear to the end of each foot. Chips and losses to moulded and carved detail.
"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."