Lot 78
  • 78

A Pair of George III mahogany side tables circa 1775

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 34 3/4 in.; width 4 ft. 6 1/4 in.; depth 26 1/2 in.
  • 88.3 cm; 137.8 cm; 67.3 m
the underside of one table with penciled inscription 30/7/45.

Condition

Overall good restored condition; the tops with a later polished finish and with slight rippling and small age cracks; one with minor water damage and with small patches to the back left corner; the underside of the same with areas routed out to stabilize warpage; each with small age cracks and lifting to veneers of edge of tops; minor age cracks to frieze; each with later screws to undersides; overall with minor old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises.
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.

Catalogue Note

A 'Side Board' illustrated by George Hepplewhite, The Cabinet-Maker and Upholsterer's Guide, 1794, 3rd ed., has a similar frieze to those of the present pair of tables, carved with circular flower heads and raised on fluted tapering square legs.