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A George III mahogany demi-lune side table circa 1780
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
- 80cm. high, 106.5cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 2ft. 7½in., 3ft. 6in., 1ft. 6½in.
in the French Hepplewhite style, the top inlaid with a fan motif and husks, within a flower and ribbon border, the shaped, carved and moulded apron, on fan capped cabriole legs, restorations
Condition
Old breaks to both back legs. Top with some losses to the marquetry. Lovely colour and patina. Characteristic age cracks to the freize. Old marks and scratches. The inner lower legs have plug holes which indicate the former existence of stretchers.
"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 present table is based on a design for a pier table in Hepplewhite's The Cabinet-Maker and Upholsterer's Guide, 1st Edition, 1788, pl. 65.