Lot 369
  • 369

A French `en grisaille' painted and parcel-gilt dining table 19th century and later

Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • 76cm. high, 153cm. wide by 125cm when closed; 2ft. 5in., 5ft.¼in. x 4ft. 1¼ in.: when fully extended: 502cm.16ft. 6in.; each leaf: 50cm., 1ft. 7¾in.
of rectangular form, the divided top with rounded corners with seven leaves decorated `en grisaille' with panels of flowers, fruit and flower-filled urns surmounting a balustrade with ribbon-tied swags suspending classical masks, with a berried laurel frieze on eight columnar supports entwined with berried laurel joined by an H-form stretcher on flattened bun feet and castors

Condition

Old minor marks, chips and scratches. Some minor re-touching. There are some construction cracks in the top, which have been well restored and are not too noticeable. Gilding refreshed and shows signs of lacquer a mecca. In overall good 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.
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