Lot 9
  • 9

An Italian alabaster and breccia marble topped carved a mecca baroque centre table, Sicilian

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • pine, poplar, marble
  • 90cm. high, 1.30m. wide; 2ft. 11½in., 4ft. 3¼in.
with an unidentifiable coat-of-arms

Condition

In overall good conserved condition. Colour of the gilding slightly darker and more attractive than in the catalogue photograph. Old minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age and use.There is a very small section lacking its gilding where the end of the stretcher joins the block above the foot. Regilt. Alterations. The marble top: The colour is slightly darker with more contrast and more attractive than the catalogue photograph. There is minor pitting, restorations and infill and old very minor marks, chips and losses to the top. There is a replaced section of marble on one corner approx 14cm x 20cm.
"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."