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A George IV mahogany dressing table circa 1820, in the manner of Gillows
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
- 88cm. high, 108cm. wide, 53cm. deep; 2ft. 10½in., 3ft. 6½in., 1ft. 9in.
with a concave shaped frieze between frieze drawers on turned and fluted tapering legs ending in brass cappings and castors
Condition
Good, solid and clean condition. The top has a few old stains and some light scratches. The moulded edge has a few minor old chips. There are no other handle holes to the drawer fronts and the turned handles are of the right type for the piece however it is possible that they are later replacements. The legs have a few minor marks and the brass cappings and castors are tarnished. Fine quality.
"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
A design for a concave front dressing table appears in the Gillow Estimate Sketch Books for 1806. A similar table to the present lot is illustrated in Frances Collard, Regency Furniture, Woodbridge, 1985, p. 84.