- 220
Attributed to Gillows
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- Breakfast Table
- rosewood
- 72 by 120cm., 28¼ by 47¼in.
- Made circa 1825.
with a tilt-top action and concealed brass castors
Condition
Attractively figured and a good size. It is likely the top has been reduced in size as the edge of this exhibits repairs and there are some old marks. The top also with a repaired age crack. There are some marks from use to the top. The underside of the top with simulated rosewood finish. Losses, repairs and cracks to the rosewood veneers particularly to the extremities or 'toes' of the tri-form base. One end section with a large loss to veneers and crack. The underside of the top with label Lady Mary Soames 6/7/77. Old marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
"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
Founded circa 1730 by Robert Gillow the firm of Gillows produced luxury furniture for over 110 years, catering to members of the Royal Family, aristocratic patrons and the taste-makers of the day.
The gadrooned bun feet and high quality rosewood veneers used on this table are typical of Gillows output from the early 19th century. For a design of a table with similar octagonal stem and tri-form base see a drawing from their estimate sketch book of 1822, no. 3146. And for a table with similar gadrooned feet from 1837, see Susan Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, Woodbridge, 2008, p.270, pl.278.