- 97
A Regency rosewood library table circa 1820, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- 71cm. high, 137cm. wide, 60cm. deep; 2ft.4in., 4ft.6in., 1ft.11¾in.
with bowed ends and a leather top above a drawer, on standard end supports joined by a stretcher, on gilt-metal claw feet
Condition
Country house condition.Lovely original leather to the top which is typically scuffed and worn with a score the central panel. Wear to the gilt tooling to the edge of the leather which has become quite feint in places. Some minor lifting and age cracks to bandings surrounding the leather panels to the top. Very minor veneer chips to the edge of the top. One long side of the table sun-faded. General old marks and scratches. Gilding to feet dirty and would benefit from light cleaning. Good colour and patina.
"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."