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A pair of small George III giltwood pier tables
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Giltwood
- each 86.5cm. high, 66cm. wide, 28.5cm; 2ft. 10in., 2ft.2in., 11¼in.
the associated rose de brignell marble tops above ribbon and laurel leaf-decorated friezes on slender, fluted turned tapering legs with leafy capitals, some retouching to gilding
Provenance
With A.M. Ossowski, 1 May 1991
Condition
The marble tops are good, but one has a restored break and there are signs of filler. The re-gilt bases are stable, however when installed they will need fixing to the wall. The gilded surface is good but there is wear and very minor losses in places, and the cracking to the gesso decoration.
"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."