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A George IV brass-mounted parcel-gilt satinwood library table circa 1820
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- satinwood, brass
- height 29 1/4 in.; width 4 ft. 10 in.; depth 27 3/4 in.
- 74.3 cm; 147.3 cm; 70.5 cm
The rectangular top centered by a leather-lined writing surface within a satinwood-veneered banding and gadroon-molded gilt-metal edge above a conforming plain frieze fitted with a pair of drawers to one long side raised on giltwood trestle supports joined by a stiff-leaf carved stretcher and raised on gadrooned bun feet.
Provenance
Robert Dickson & Lesley Rendall Antiques, 2004
Condition
Good condition; the top with an old leather gilt-tooled leather lining, possibly the original with scratches, scuffs stains and wear consistent with age and use; rubbing and wear to the bronze banding; numerous chips and losses to the gilding and gesso of the trestles, stretcher and feet with some areas of flaking. The table is sturdy.
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.
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.