A VICTORIAN MOTHER-OF-PEARL-INLAID, GILT AND POLYCHROME-DECORATED PAPIER-MÂCHÉ center table second half 19th century

Overall fair condition; the decoration stable and with craquelure overall consistent with age; one short end with a large loss to underside of molded edge approximately 4 in.; the legs are slightly loose at join with top; the scrolled toes with chips and losses; overall with small chips and losses to decoration.
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.
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