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A George IV mahogany, crossbanded and parcel-gilt sofa table, possibly Irish circa 1825
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt, mahogany
- 74.5cm. high, 62.5 wide, 164cm. extended; 2ft. 5¼in. high, 2ft ¼in., 5ft. ½in.
boxwood and ebony strung, the curved drop-leaf top above two drawers opposing dummy drawers with pressed brass handles centred by a harp motif, the trestle ends with dolphin carved corner brackets
Provenance
Phillip's London, 23 April 1991, lot 131
Condition
An unusual table, the mahogany attractively figured but of a faded appearance. There are old marks and scratches throughout. A small wedge of crossbanding is lacking to one drop-leaf, there are splatters of a substance, possibly ink to the trestle ends. The piece of an uneven stance. The piece is in 'country house condition'.
"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."