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A PAIR OF GEORGE III INLAID MAHOGANY CARD TABLES circa 1790
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- height 29 in.; width 36 in.; depth 18 in.; depth open 35 1/2 in.
- 73.7 cm; 91.4 cm; 45.7 cm; 90.2 cm
each with a D-shaped hinged top with cross banding and double line inlay and with boxwood lined edges, the interiors lined with baize, the cross banded conforming friezes with ebony and boxwood outlined oval panels, supported on square tapered legs with boxwood lined edges and tapered toes with square collars.
Condition
The first with repaired break to top of front left leg at join with frieze, the second with repaired break to top of left leg at frieze and with old repaired separation to front right leg from frieze with repaired break and subsequent cracks to veneer, each with chips and patches to the veneers overall, later metal L brackets to backside of frieze flanking legs, some old worm to back rail supports, later baize-lined tops, wear to feet, overall with 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.
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.