A Victorian needlework-mounted rosewood tripod table mid 19th century

The top inset with a canvas-work picture worked in tent stitch with colored wools depicting a seated Oriental gentleman in an interior, framed under glass within a molded frame with scroll-carved corners, the turned stem with a triangular base with flattened turned toes.

Lovely color and surface; overall fair condition; the needlework slightly faded and with small losses in places; old repaired break to top of stem at join with top with old glue residue now slightly loose; repairs to edges of stem and with two losses to molded foot of stem; th tripartite base with some small losses to the veneer; overall with some old marks, scratches and bruises consistent with age and use.
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.