Lot 138
  • 138

A William IV English rosewood jardinière in the manner of Gillows circa 1830

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 37 in.; diameter 27 in.
  • 94 cm; 68.6 cm
fitted with two later brass liners.

Condition

Overall good condition; minor wear to carving overall; some small screw holes to underside of top and stretchers possibly originally fitted with casters; some of the gadrooned carving slightly loose; age cracks to rosewood veneer banding; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises; the brass with minor tarnishing and pitting.
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.