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A GEORGE III MAHOGANY GAMES TABLE CIRCA 1765
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- height closed 28 3/4 in.; height open 28 in.; width 36 in.; depth closed 17 1/2 in.; depth open 35 in.
- 73 cm; 71.1 cm; 91.4 cm; 44.4 cm; 88.9 cm
with concertina action, later suede leather-lined top.
Condition
Overall in good restored condition, the top with some minor rippling and stress tear to front right corner of veneer, the open top with later suede leather lining, the frieze with some shrinkage to veneers and with some small patches and very minor chips, corner blocks re-glued, two later blocks to back right corner at juncture with hinges, some hinges marked WS, some small chips and wear to carving of legs, back right leg with small infilled patch to inside edge, overall with some old marks, scratches and scuffs consistent 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.