A George IV giltwood granite top two-tier table in the manner of Morel and Hughes circa 1825

The Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Saul Steinberg, sold in these rooms, May 26, 2000, lot 149

The Collection of Ingrao, sold in these rooms, October 20, 2006, lot 102

Overall good condition; the granite top with a large chip to the bottom edge of one corner, now smoothed and polished down; the opposite corner with a similar chip which has been polished down; the edges with small chips and wear; one long side of top appears to be finished but now with dirt and old varnish; the base with chips to gilding and areas inpainting especially around feet and beading; repaired chips to the tops of legs at neck beneath frieze with subsequent inpainting and small losses to gesso; the shelves with age cracks and later paint and refreshed decoration; molded edge to one long side to bottom shelf with two repaired breaks, and slightly loose; overall with some old marks, scratches, scuffs and chips.
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.

Nicholas Morel (fl. 1790-1830) worked for George IV when Prince Regent at Carlton House and later at Windsor Castle with his partners firstly Robert Hughes, and then the firm of Seddon.  Another of his commissions was Northumberland House in 1823.