Lot 450
  • 450

A George III giltwood and painted paper table plateau late 18th century and later

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • beechwood
  • height 3 1/4 in.; length 5 ft. 1/4 in.; width 16 3/4 in.
  • 8.3 cm; 153 cm; 42.5 cm
in four sections with rounded ends centered by painted paper panels with ribbon entwined foliate borders centered by reserves painted with putti, the end sections with crest above cypher ER all within foliate-carved borders above a entrelac and flower-carved frieze raised of foliate bud-form feet.

Condition

Painted paper panels modern and incorporating late 18th century painted paper reserves of putto, the paper panels loosely laid over original painted paper decoration, which is in distressed condition and could probably be restored; the glass panels replaced; the giltwood frames in good condition with minor chips, losses rubbing and wear to gilding; some feet re-gilded or over-painted.
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.