Lot 33
  • 33

A George II brass tripod table circa 1750

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • 60cm. high, 29.5cm. diam.; 1ft. 11¾in., 11¾in.
with a removable circular tray top with a pie crust edge , on three scrolled supports and a baluster stem, raised on cabriole legs with pad feet

Condition

Generally this piece is in good condition. The tray has an old filled area on the reverse. The stem has two old soldered repairs. For further information on this Lot, please contact the English Furniture Department on 00 44 (0) 207 293-5470.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

A similar brass tripod table in the Collection of The Museum of Fine Arts Houston, is illustrated in Peter, Nancy and Herbert Schiffer, The Brass Book, 1978, p.341.