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A Continental Part-Ebonized Burl Walnut Secretary Commode
Estimate: $1,000-$2,000
Sold
$1,100
Live Auction
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
A Continental Part-Ebonized Burl Walnut Secretary Commode
19th Century
Height 33 1/4 x width 39 1/2 x depth 20 1/2 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
In overall fairly good, stable and usable condition. Exhibiting cracks and lifting to veneer throughout. Age splits to bottom of drawers. The drawers open and close smoothly, though the top secretary drawer requires some effort. Old dents, marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. The backboards have a slight outward bend along an age split. See attached images for further reference to condition.
Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.
Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.