A fine Italian ivory painted and parcel-gilt carved console table, Neapolitan, late 18th century

with a rectangular veneered alabaster top with projecting corners, above a frieze carved with seated eagles suspending entwined laurel and ribboned swags surmounted by fruiting swags, above two pairs of fluted tapering legs surmounted  with Corinthian capitals, acanthus and rams masks, on leaf carved feet

Sold as Lot 140,  Sotheby's New York, 27th March 1993.  

Colour overall slightly darker and gilding more golden and attractive than in the catalogue photograph. Some minor areas of infill to the top and restored in several places showing darker areas of infill. There are minor chips to the gilding and painting and there has been some minor flaking to the paint which can easily be retouched. There are some minor hairline construction cracks at the tops of the legs which are commensurate with age and can easily be filled. The carving is of a good quality and it is an unusual model and good small size. In overall good condition.
"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."