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A George II mahogany supper table circa 1755
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- 70cm. high, 64cm. diameter; 2ft. 3½ in., 2ft. 1¼ in.
the circular pie-crust top above a `bird-cage' support, the fluted and turned stem with an acanthus-carved knop with egg and dart mouldings below, the conforming cabriole legs with ruffled c-scrolls and claw and ball feet
Condition
Good overall condition. Wedge to birdcage probably replaced. Good colour and patina. Re-finished. Some restored old breaks to tripod supports. Minor old marks and scratches consistent with age.
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.
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."
Catalogue Note
Two closely related carved mahogany tripod tables from the collection of Percival D. Griffiths are illustrated in R.W. Symonds, English Furniture From Charles II to George II, London, 1929, pp. 191-2, figs. 190 and 193.