Lot 91
  • 91

A George III mahogany drum table

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • height 28 1/2 in.; diameter 47 1/2 in.
  • 72.4 cm; 120.7 cm
the circular top centered by a later gilt-tooled leather surface within rosewood crossbanding, the conforming frieze fitted with four cockbeaded drawers alternating four dummy drawers, the ring-turned stem raised on four molded downswept legs ending in foliate-cast brass-capped casters.  The underside of the top stamped COUNTRY OF ORIGIN / ENGLANDTop and bottom associated.

Condition

Overall good restored condition; top and bottom associated; the top with a later leather-lined surface with minor surface; some minor patches to the crossbanding; handles replaced; one dummy drawer with replaced cockbeading to upper right corner; one drawer with thin rectangular veneer patches to the frieze on either side of the sides; another dummy drawer with a small replaced section to the bottom right corner of the cockbeading; another drawer with small veneer patch to bottom left corner; another dummy drawer with a replaced section to the left cockbeaded edge; the collar and block support to the underside of the top replaced; one leg with an old repaired break to the top; another leg with two breaks, one at the middle and one at join with the caster, now with a metal brace to the underside; another leg with a spliced end above the caster; the stem with a plug at join with one leg; overall with a glossy finish and with some old marks 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.
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.