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An Italian carved, silvered and gilt-varnished green painted 'Grotto' console table, attributed to Pauly et Cie Venetian, second half 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Gilt, silver, paint, wood
- 82cm. high, 54cm. wide, 125cm. deep; 2ft. 8¼in., 1ft. 9¼in., 4ft. 1in.
the large shaped top in the form of a scallopshell raised in dolphin supports united by a coral carved X-frame stretcher
Condition
Very decorative and generally in a stable condition. Losses to paint revealing gesso and core timber in places. Ingrained dirt. The top with age cracks and much evidence of worm to the underside. The top also with areas of filler and re-touching. There are also areas on the legs and stretchers where there has been some worm damage. One foot possibly re-built. The X-frame stretchers may originally have had a small undertier or surmount.
"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."