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An Irish George II walnut gateleg action card table mid 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Walnut, leather
- 71cm. high, 89cm. wide, 42.5cm. deep; 2ft. 4in., 2ft. 11in., 1ft. 4½in.
the shaped top opening to reveal a later leather lined playing surface with gaming counter wells and dished candlestick recesses, the inverted frieze centred by a shell, on shell carved cabriole legs ending in paw feet, the edge of the playing surface inscribed in ink 'John Rya...[?] March 12 1826'
Condition
The folding shaped top with scratches, scuffs and burn marks. The interior with a later leather lining which is tired and lifting in places, the walnut in this area with scratches, cracked and water marks commensurate with use and age. The frieze centred by a shell which may have be re-attached as there are screws and it is slightly squint. The veneers on the frieze with vertical cracks and old repairs. Some scratching and scuffing to feet.
"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."