Lot 92
  • 92

A FINE PAIR OF GEORGE III MARQUETRY INLAID SATINWOOD GAMES TABLES circa 1770

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 29 in.; width 38 3/4 in.; depth 19 1/4 in.; depth open 38 1/2 in.
  • 73.7 cm; 101 cm; 48.9 cm; 97.8 cm
each hinged demilune top opening to a baize-lined playing surface.

Condition

Good restored condition, the first with some minor chips to cross-banding, top of back right leg showing tenon of back rail support, the other with small inpainted area to top, small age crack to top of back left leg at join with back rail support with some minor old worm, front left leg now with screw to reverse at join with frieze, chips to veneers of toes, each with later baize-lined tops, some old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises and minor chips to veneers.
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.