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A fine Portuguese gilt-bronze mounted rosewood centre or library table, circa 1840
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 88cm. high, 151cm. wide, 78cm. deep; 2ft. 10¾in., 4ft. 11½in., 2ft. 6¾in.
with a rectangular top with a gadrooned border, above three frieze drawers with panelled sides and back with gilt-bronze ripple-cut mouldings, the turned tapering legs with egg and dart gilt-bronze collars, above a band of acanthus, the lower section with guilloche on blocks applied with a gilt-bronze flowerhead joined by a turned fluted stretcher centred by a gadrooned flaming urn finial, on gilt-bronze toupie feet and brass castors
Condition
Hairline cracks across top opening up, which shows evidence of previous restoration but can easily be filled. Old minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age. Unusual model. Good quality mounts. In overall good original 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."
"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."