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A fine George III inlaid satinwood demilune tea table circa 1780
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Satinwood
- height 29 1/2 in.; width 35 3/4 in.; depth 17 3/4 in.
- 74.9 cm; 90.8 cm; 45.1 cm
the demilune top opening to a veneered surface raised on a plain frieze raised on square tapering legs headed by oval reserves inlaid with urns and with collars above the feet.
Condition
Overall good condition; the top with rippling and with some shrinkage to the veneers; the frieze appears to have been stained and the staining appears to have discolored; some small infilled holes to frieze; some restorations to crossbandings of frieze; some minor inpainting and infilling to the edges and stringing of legs; overall with some minor scratches, marks and nicks and with nice color.
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.
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.