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A George II carved mahogany tripod table circa 1755
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany
- 71cm high, 66cm diameter; 2ft 4in., 2ft 2in.
the pie-crust top with a bird cage action support on a turned and fluted stem, with acanthus knop on leaf and bell flower carved downswept legs on claw and ball feet
Provenance
Percival D. Griffiths, F.S.A.;
Frederick Poke Esq., sold Sotheby's, London, 11th May 1979, lot 39;
The Property of a Gentleman, Christie's, London, 14th June 2001, lot 39, (£72,000).
Frederick Poke Esq., sold Sotheby's, London, 11th May 1979, lot 39;
The Property of a Gentleman, Christie's, London, 14th June 2001, lot 39, (£72,000).
Condition
The beautifully figured top displaying marks and scratches consistent with age and use, notably a water stain which is restorable. One repaired crack to edge of top, later support to bird cage block to re-enforce earlier break. Chip to pin slot. Recently applied shellac to tripod that would benefit from treatment according to taste.
"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. 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 statement made by Sotheby'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."
Catalogue Note
The pedestal of the present lot is almost identical to the previous lot, also from from the Percival D. Griffiths collection of English furniture, and could possibly be by the same hand.