Lot 175
  • 175

A George III mahogany kidney-shaped writing table circa 1790

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Mahogany, leather
  • height 28 3/4 in.; width 4 ft. 8 in.; depth 36 in.
  • 73 cm; 142.2 cm; 91.4 cm
the inset leather-lined top above a conforming frieze centered by a long drawer flanked by a small drawers on either side.  Restorations.

Condition

Overall good restored condition; the leather lining later but with age and with some age cracks and shrinkage, scratches and scuffs; back left corner of banding with some patches and minor inpainting; patch to the front banded edge; small patches and age cracks to sides of frieze with some infilling and inpainting; the back frieze with some small rectangular patches and with a scuff; the drawer fronts with some small nicks and wear to the cock beading; small chips to apron of front frieze; underside of top with butterfly patches; top reset after restoration; vacant screw holes to tops of interior frieze; the bearers between the drawers appear to replaced; some later blocks and bearers; drawer bottom of central drawer partially re-lined; drawer fronts each with a small circular patch beneath the keyhole escutcheon; back right leg with a 6-inch spliced section at the top; front left leg with an old repaired break to top; formerly fitted with casters; overall with some old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises.
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.