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A George IV dark green and red scagliola plinth, by Brown & Sons, the Ashford Marble Works circa 1829
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Marble
- 62.5cm. high, 45.5cm. diameter; 2ft. ¾in., 1ft. 5¾in.
with a stepped and moulded top above a cylindrical column terminating in a moulded plinth, the underside revealing a wooden carcase carved with the letters 'BX'
Literature
Devonshire House Inventory, 1917, p. 303 in the Voucher Room 'two foot 1in. marble column green and red';
There is an invoice dated 1829 fo £25 from Brown & Sons for a 'Brown Scagliola Plinth'
Condition
Very decorative. Rim chips to top and base. Minor old marks and scratches throughout
"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."