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An Irish George III mahogany serpentine serving table late 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Mahogany and pine
- 86cm. high, 204cm. wide, 73cm. deep; 2ft. 9¾in., 6ft. 8¼in., 2ft. 4¾in.
Provenance
Major V. McCalmont, Mount Juliet, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Condition
In fairly good overall condition. Repolished finish. Left front `corner' of top with a feint age crack or old repair. Part of block foot mouldings missing to right-hand rear and front legs. General old marks and scratches throughout. Good colour and lovely figuring to top.
"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
Closely related Irish sideboard tables sold Sotheby's London, 28 May 2009, lot 113 and Christie's London, 30 November 2000, lot 98.