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A Regency brass-inlaid amboyna writing/library table circa 1820, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- AMBOYNA BEECH PINE OAK
- 75.5cm. high, 153cm. wide, 91cm. deep; 2ft. 5¾in., 5ft. ¼in., 2ft. 11¾in.
with two drawers to each side, on cast-bronze feet
Condition
Overall good condition. The brass border to the top is lifting in places and could do with attention. The top is slightly `creased'. One side is more faded than the other. A piece of exceptionally fine quality.
"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
Although not stamped Gillows the present table can be attributed to Gillows on the grounds of a similar one of slightly more elaborate form being known to have been supplied by Gillows to John Cust, 1st Earl of Brownlow (d.1853) for Belton House, Lincolnshire and Carlton House Terrace, London and subsequently sold by the Lord Brownlow at Christie`s house sale, Belton House, Lincolnshire, 30th April -2nd May 1984, lot 88. The exceptionally fine construction of the present lot is also consistent with the output of the firm. A related example was sold from the collection of the late Sir Frederick Richmond, Bart., Christie`s London, Important English Furniture, 29th November 2001, lot 260.