- 454
A Regency mahogany extending dining table circa 1815, in the manner of Thomas Hope
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- 72cm. high, 289.5cm. long fully extended; 152.5cm. wide; 2ft. 4 ½in., 9ft. 6in., 5ft.
the rounded rectangular top with telescopic action, comprising two detachable d-end sections and three leaves
Condition
Good overall condition. Minor typical warping to leaves. Minor losses to veneers on bases. Some patches to undeside of leaves around clip mounts. Some wear to telescopic mechanism and brass tracks.
"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
The end supports on the present table are very similar to the doors on a pedestal sideboard illustrated in Ackermann's Repository of Arts, 1822, pl. 127 (See Pauline Agius, Ackermann's Repository of Arts, 1984, p. 142). The Regency style epitomised by the offered lot was promoted by the leading designer of the age Thomas Hope who published Household Furniture and Interior Decoration, in 1807. His designs inspired a circle of followers including George Smith and Peter and Michaelangelo Nicholson whose patterns for furniture included similar elements to those featured here.