Lot 9
  • 9

An ivory and fruitwood inlaid kingwood, amaranth and marquetry centre table, in the manner of Pierre Gole Louis XIV, late 17th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 78cm. high, 114cm. wide, 65cm. deep; 2ft. 6¾ in., 3ft. 8½ in., 2ft. 1½ in
the rectangular top inlaid with an oval reserve of flowers flanked by two similarly inlaid roundels within a border of geometric reserves, the angles inlaid with a bird on a branch above a frieze drawer on faceted and turned legs joined by a similarly inlaid x-form stretcher, on later flattened bun feet

Condition

In overall good restored condition. Attractive detail to marquetry. Parcel gilding refreshed and the stretcher has been reinforced.
"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."