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John Richardson: A Scholar Collects DAY ONE

Wed, Sep 16, 2020 11:00AM EDT
Lot 179

Empire Style Mahogany and Painted and Parcel-Gilt Sleigh Bed

Estimate: $600 - $800
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Fitted with winged monopodia supports at the corners with a modern metal frame on the interior, raised on casters.

4 ft 1 in. x 6 ft 10 in. x 4 ft 9 in., the interior 6 ft 3 in. x 4 ft 5 in.

Caryatids: 47 x 8 x 8 1/2 in.

Condition

Lacking the original legs and apron, now fitted with four monopodia supports with paw feet and a tasseled fringe. Minor losses to the scrolled tops on both ends, old age splits with associated losses on the head and foot boards. Minor veneer chips along the edges with scuffing and gouges. Old repairs and age cracks to the monopodia figures with minor losses to the wings, body and feet. Evidence of old worming, and losses to the paw feet. General wear throughout.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.Â