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A near pair of Anglo-Ceylonese ebony and specimen wood inlaid occasional tables circa 1840
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Ivory, exotic woods, metal and ebony.
- 76cm. high, 55cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 2ft. 6in., 1ft. 9¾in., 1ft. 6½in.
each hexagonal top inlaid with exotic woods, silvered wire and ivory above a drawer, minor variations in size
Condition
The larger: Minor scratches, areas of discolouration and marks to the surface of the top. Some areas with lifting to silvered wire - there is a separation to the outer chevron border. Losses to chevron banding. Base generally good although the uprights are slightly loose and have with some very minor scratches.
The smaller: There is similar wear. There is a section of chevron banding lacking (4.5cm. X 0.25cm.) Other minor losses to this banding. One palmwood 'petal' with age cracks and the adjoining segment with a similar crack. The base generally good with some minor scratches.
To sum up these tables are very decorative, the carving bold and they are of a good weight.
"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
This table is closely related to a design by Thomas King, a drawing for which is illustrated in his book - 'The Modern Style of Cabinet Work Exemplified', 1829, fig. 68. It is interesting to note the far reaching influence of published furniture designs throughout the Empire. This particular design is linked with cabinet making from the Galle district, an area where inlay featuring specimen woods is a characteristic.
For further information and illustrations of similar tables see, Amin Jaffer, Furniture From British India and Ceylon, London, 2001, pp. 372-373