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A matched pair of Regency rosewood and gilt-brass mounted gueridons early 19th century, in the manner of Mclean
Estimate
6,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 81cm. high, 45.5cm. diameter and 72.5cm. high, 46cm. diameter; 2ft. 8in., 1ft. 6in., and 2ft. 4½ in., 1ft. 6in.
with replaced white marble tops
Condition
Good overall restored condition. One with a spliced leg and restored break. Minor old marks, chips, losses and scratches.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Elements such as the rosewood panelled friezes outlined with fine foliate-cast mounts and the `milled' captials on the present lot have affinities with the work of the London cabinet-makers John McLean & Son. (see Christopher Gilbert, The Dictionary of Marked London Furniture 1700-1840, 1996, p. 312, pl. 589)