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John Richardson: A Scholar Collects DAY ONE

Wed, Sep 16, 2020 11:00AM EDT
Lot 102

Fine George III Mahogany Cylinder Desk

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
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

The tambour top opening to a retractable leather-lined writing surface and a fitted interior, above three frieze drawers, four short drawers and six drawers around the kneehole and four long drawers flanked by a pair of (locked) cupboard doors, raised on a plinth base.

40 x 4 ft. 6 1/2 in. x 33 in.

Condition

Lacking a key, wear is consistent with age and use. Age splits on both side panels, scuffing and nicks throughout. Staining and wear to the leather panels. Minor scratches to the tambour top. Large in scale and fine quality.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