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A Regency parcel-gilt and rosewood combined writing and games table circa 1810
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Rosewood,
- 73cm. high, 138cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 2ft. 4¾in. 4ft. 6¼in., 2ft.
the shaped leather-lined top with rounded hinged ends centred by a reversible slide inlaid for games and containing a removable backgammon well, the frieze with a drawer raised on trestle ends united by a straight stretcher and terminating in brass paw feet, the interior with an old printed paper label for 'John Dooly & Sons Ltd./ Fine Art Galleries'
Provenance
Acquired from Trevor, London, 26 January 1968.
Condition
In generally good condition. The leather is later and has some marks. There are repaired areas of rosewood banding and repairs and veneers to other sites. The velvet lining of the backgammon board appears original. The top is 'sticky' and a little hard to operate.
"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."