Lot 388
  • 388

A George II giltwood marble top pier table

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • pine, marble
  • height 35 in.; width 4 ft. 9 in.; depth 27 1/2 in.
  • 88.9 cm; 144.8 cm; 69.9 cm
the rectangular marble top with canted front corners above a conforming frieze with dart-and-egg molded edge above Vitruvian scrolls and bead-and-reel molded apron centered by a female mask before a shell and flanked by acanthus sprays the whole raised on acanthus-carved cabriole legs ending in hairy paw feet.  Gilding refreshed.

Condition

The marble top with small chips and losses to edges and with somme small losses at veining to back of top and with light surface abrasions, scratches and wear; the table base with refreshment to gilding; some small chips and losses to extremities.
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.
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