Lot 900
  • 900

An Italian pale green painted and parcel-gilt console table, Veneto, circa 1760

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • painted, parcel-gilt, pine, poplar, marble
  • 87cm. high, 130cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 2ft10¼in., 4ft 3¼in., 2ft deep
with an inset later veined green and white marble top above a serpentine frieze on cabriole legs terminating in scrolled feet, the whole carved with flowers, fruit, leaves and rocaille

Condition

In overall good conserved condition. The marble top has been broken in the past and has been restored. Old marks, chips and scratches and some minor chips and losses to carving commensurate with age. There has been some refreshment to the painted decoration. There are some hairline cracks and age cracks generally which are normal and can be left.
"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."