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A George IV gilt-metal mounted rosewood and mahogany rectangular center table
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- rosewood
- height 30 1/2 in.; 5 ft. 5 in.; width 4 ft. 1 in.
- 77.5 cm; 165.1 cm; 124.5 cm
top and bottom associated.
Condition
Overall good restored condition; the top with slight lifting to brass stringing of one short side; slight separations over lines of construction of molded edges; the underside with butterfly patches where two-plank top joins; bearers replaced and with some infilled holes where previous bearers were attached; locking mechanism replaced and shifted with subsequent infilled holes where previous mechanism was attached; the underside with a dark brown wash; the base in good condition with age cracks to veneers of square support over lines of construction; some old worm damage to underside of support; one panel of stem with vertical age crack to veneer; overall with some nicks, scuffs, and wear, especially to feet and to rope carved molding.
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.