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A Fine Pair of George III Carved Mahogany Games Tables circa 1765
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- height 29 in.; width 38 ¼ in.; depth 19 ¼ in., closed
- 73.7 cm; 97.2 cm; 48.9 cm
each figured mahogany rectangular folding top opening to a baize-lined interior above a frieze drawer, on gate-leg supports.
Provenance
Purchased from M. Harris and Sons, London
Condition
Re-polished; the tops with age cracks to the veneers following lines of construction; one bracket with small loss, the others with minor age cracks; one leg with age crack at the base; one drawer with age crack; minor scuffs and scratches and slight rubbing to the edges as normal.
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.
Catalogue Note
A related pair of card tables formerly in the collection of Francis, Lady Muir Mackensie and subsequently in the collection of William Lever, 1st Viscount Leverhulme, was sold Sotheby's London June 12, 2002 lot 110.