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A George III inlaid mahogany drop-leaf table Circa 1780
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- height 28 1/4 in.; width 15 3/4 in.; width open 47 1/4 in.; depth 29 1/2 in.
- 71.8 cm; 40 cm; 120 cm; 74.9 cm
the crossbanded top flanked by D-shaped flaps, the frieze fitted with a drawer opposed by a drawer and raised on tapering square legs on casters.
Condition
Overall good condition; nice color and figuring to timbers and veneers; top with mahogany veneered onto a solid mahogany top; the flaps with slight warpage and bowing; minor nicks, chips and bruises to molded edge of top; mahogany-lined drawers with age cracks to drawer bottoms; handles probably original; overall with light surface scratches, some bruises and nicks.
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.