Lot 158
  • 158

A William IV mahogany library table circa 1830

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • Height 30 1/2 in.; width 5 ft. 11 1/2 in.; depth 41 1/2 in.
  • 77.5 cm; 1816 cm; 105.4 cm

Condition

Overall good restored condition; the leather lined top later and with some fading to the color with some scratches and scuffs; age cracks to the molded edges of the side of the top with areas of inpainting; drawers possibly re-lined; some drawer runners replaced; cross bars appear to be replaced; many glue blocks to the underside of the top replaced; top of one leg with two old cracks; another leg with a half elliptical crack to the top of the leg running through the turning and with small age cracks around the toupee foot; another leg with abrasions to the surface where adhesive to old tape has dried and with age cracks to the tip of the toupee foot and with a repaired chip to the molded edge; another leg with an age crack at the top and with small age cracks to the toupee foot with subsequent small chips above the brass capped caster; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises consistent with age and use.
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.