Lot 172
- 172
A George II style mahogany pedestal desk, first half 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany, leather
- 82cm. high, 123cm. wide, 81cm. deep; 2ft. 8in., 4ft. 1/2 in., 2ft. 8in.
the leather inset top above an arrangement of eleven drawers, the reverse with a conforming arrangement of drawers, on brass castors, one drawer bearing French & Co. stock number 37090
Provenance
Formerly in the Botibol Collection, London;
with Camerons, Mount Street, 1930;
with French & Co (Stock No. 37090), 1945.
with Camerons, Mount Street, 1930;
with French & Co (Stock No. 37090), 1945.
Condition
Superb quality and in overall good conserved condition and ready to place. Variation in colour to both sides, one slightly faded due to sun light. Later leather. Old marks, scuffing and scratches consistent with age and use Retouching to veneers now discolouring in some small localised areas.
"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."