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A LATE GEORGE III EBONISED AND PARCEL-GILT WORK TABLE circa 1800
Estimate
500 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- Wood, plaster and silk
- 76cm. high, 40cm. wide, 31cm. deep; 2ft. 6in., 1ft. 3¾in., 1ft. ¼in.
the hinged painted oval top with neo-classical decoration, the redecorated stand with a silk work bag and a beaded frieze on shaped scrolled legs united by an undertier the underside with a paper label printed Chatsworth
Provenance
Probably Lady Elizabeth Compton, Countess of Burlington, for Compton Place
Literature
H. Avray Tipping, M.A., F.S.A., English Homes, Period V, London, 1920, Vol. 1, p. 136, pl. 165.,
Photographed in the sitting room at Compton Place, circa 1900;
Condition
Fair condition. The lid is warped and has some stains. Chips throughout especially to the edges of the legs. A pretty and delicate piece of work.
"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."