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A fine pair of Italian walnut and burr walnut card tables, Venetian second quarter 18th Century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Walnut
- 74cm. high, 92cm. wide, 46.5cm. deep; 2ft. 5¼in., 3ft ¼in., 1ft. 6¼in.
each with a serpentine crossbanded hinged folding above a shaped frieze with three drawers, on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet; restorations
Provenance
Alessandro Orsi, Via Bagutta, Milan
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Attractive patina, although top of one has an uneven colour due to old restorations to the veneer. When open, the tops are rather faded which can be repolished. Old minor restorations to the veneer generally. Construction cracks and other hairline cracks commensurate with age and use. Evidence of previous handles on the front frieze drawer of both. On one table evidence of restoration to the top of the legs and two legs possibly later.
"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."