with three front drawers above a roll-top opening to reveal five drawers and nine compartments, with bovine bone handles, the underneath with five drawers

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. There are some chips and rubbed and tarnished areas to the painting and to the gilding. One ivory handle of one inside drawer needs to be refixed. Two ivory handles are missing. The leather of the inside writing slide board is missing. No key.
"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."