A George IV rosewood sofa table in the manner of Gillows circa 1820

Restorations and repairs.

Overall good restored condition with a later finish; the top with shims to old age cracks, the underside of the top with two butterfly patches to age cracks to correct warpage; patches to two hinges of left side and patches to two hinges of the right side, the central patch with a small loss; the left flap with an old repared break to center and with two patche to the underside and with subsequent veneer patches to the edge; the inside edge of the flap with a laterstrip at hinge with table top; the table top with a subsequent replaced strip; the right flap with an old repaired break and with age cracks now filled with glue and with subsequent venner patch and infilling to back edge; the top with two small shims to age cracks; small section of beading replaced; old repaired break to top of back right downswept leg; age cracks to top of front right downswept leg; repaired break to top of front left downswept leg; age cracks to top of back left downswept leg, the underside with a patch to the edge; overall with some old scratches and scuffs.
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.