Lot 164
  • 164

A FINE REGENCY BRASS-MOUNTED INLAID MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD TABLE CIRCA 1815

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • height 35 in.; height overall 4 ft. 5 in.; length 9 ft.; depth 33 1/2 in.
  • 88.9 cm; 134.6 cm; 274.3 cm; 85 cm
the crossbanded breakfronted top with rounded corners fitted with a brass gallery mounted with a pair of scrolled two-light candle branches, the conforming reeded frieze centered by a baize-lined drawer, raised on turned tapering reeded lengs headed by oval paterae.

Condition

Very good restored condition; brass super structure appears to be original but possibly associated; candle arms now drilled for electricity; slight warpage to top; age cracks and shrinkage to veneers; some losses to line inlay; minor rippling to veneers of top; minor replacements to veneers; lifting to crossbanded veneers of outset corners especially to left side; later small braces to underside to stabilize; old marks and 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.