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The Fine Ellery Family Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Games Table, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1770
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Height 28 1/2 in. by Width 33 in. by Depth 16 in.
Provenance
Descended in the family of William Ellery (1727-1820), a signer for Rhode Island of the Declaration of Independence;
Christie's, The Contents of Benjamin Ginsburg, Antiquary, October 14 & 15, 1983, lot 731;
Sotheby's, Fine American Furniture, Silver, Folk Art and Decorative Arts, October 19, 1990, lot 252.
Christie's, The Contents of Benjamin Ginsburg, Antiquary, October 14 & 15, 1983, lot 731;
Sotheby's, Fine American Furniture, Silver, Folk Art and Decorative Arts, October 19, 1990, lot 252.
Literature
Michael Moses, Master Craftsmen of Newport: The Townsends and Goddards (New Jersey, 1984), p. 120, figs. 3.39 and 3.39A;
An identical table is illustrated in Israel Sack's American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection (Washington, D.C., 1957), Vol.1, p. 222, fig. 563.
An identical table is illustrated in Israel Sack's American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection (Washington, D.C., 1957), Vol.1, p. 222, fig. 563.
Condition
Secondary wood is Maple and Pine. The proper left and right rear returns are replaced. Proper right side rear return replaced. Table is refinished.
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.