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A George III mahogany concave side table by Gillows of Lancaster circa 1790
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 82cm. high, 103cm. wide, 55.5cm. deep; 2ft. 8in., 3ft. 4½in., 1ft. 10in.
the shaped top with curved protruding corners above two frieze drawers, each drawer stamped 'Gillows Lancaster', on square tapering legs
Condition
Good overall condition. The top is a bit faded and has some old watermarks and stains with minor chips and old marks and scratches throughout. Would benifit from a light clean and wax polish. Of fine quality with mahogany lined drawers.
"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
The concave form that the front of this piece takes is evidenced in some of Gillows furniture designs from the early 1790's. See Lyndsay Boynton, Gillow Furniture Designs 1760-1800, Royston, 1995, pls. 35-42.