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A George III oval satinwood and painted work table circa 1790
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany and fabric
- 73.5cm. high, 44.5cm. wide, 33cm. deep; 2ft. 5in., 1ft. 5½in., 1ft. 1in.
the oval top painted with a neo-classical scene attributed to Robert Smirke, with a pleated silk work bag suspended between four boxwood strung tapering legs united by a quatre-form stretcher, losses, silk replaced
Provenance
Possibly acquired by Lady Elizabeth Compton, Countess of Burlington (1760-1836) for Compton Place, Eastbourne
Literature
Compton Place Inventory, 1892, p. 29 in the The Duke's Sitting Room 'a fancy table on four legs with oval top painted with figures'
Condition
The painted satinwood top is protected by a glass cover but has numerous stains and paint splashes. The base has scratches and marks throughout and some old woodworm holes. Part of the stretcher is missing.
"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."