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A set of monumental early victorian mahogany and glazed doors circa 1840
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Glass and mahogany
- each door excluding surrounds 398cm. high, 72cm. wide; 13ft., 2ft. 3in.
comprising three pairs with gilt-brass 'cannister' hardware together with adapted George II carved and white painted window surrounds, circa 1735
Provenance
Ordered by William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1857) as part of the creation of The Ballroom and the adjacent circular staircase at Devonshire House designed by Decimus Burton and John Gregory Crace in the early 1840s.
Condition
Good overall condition but would benefit from a clean and a polish. The gilt bronze is tarnished with some pitting and there are old marks and scratches throughout. Very impressive.
"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 stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes '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 stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes '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."