Lot 192
  • 192

A Louis XV carved giltwood console table mid-18th century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • marble, metal, beechwood
  • height 32 1/4 in.; width 53 in.; depth 26 1/2 in.
  • 82 cm; 135 cm; 67.5 cm

Condition

Marble top apprars to be with restored break. Scattered minor chips and abrasions to marble. Base with scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Scattered small losses and abrasions to carving. Scattered restored breaks to carving with largest restored break to center of front apron at floral cartouche. Left side with recarved gesso floral swag. Front apron with recarved gesso small element. Regilt, gilding with some losses and rubbing and surface dirt. Gesso with fine cracks and gesso. Stretcher with old metal band on underside, top lacking original stretchers, now with later stretcher. Legs blocked. Some old minor worm damage.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.