Lot 201
  • 201

VERY FINE AND RARE FEDERAL INLAID AND FIGURED SATINWOOD AND MAHOGANY GAMES TABLE, probably New York, Circa 1790

Estimate
20,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description

  • Satinwood
  • Height 28 7/8 in. by Width 37 3/4 in. by Depth 18 3/4 in.
Interior of leaves with felt. Retains a dark rich historic surface.

Provenance

Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc., New York, Important American Furniture, Decorations, Silver and Chinese Export Porcelain, January 28, 1984, sale 5142, lot 768;
Israel Sack, Inc., New York.

Condition

Depth open 37 7/8 in. Top surface with age cracks, now with infill; 1/4 inch section of inlay to half roundel lacking. Baize surface is very worn. A 1 inch patch to veneer of table edge. Proper right side of frieze with a restored crack, a 1/2 inch loss to inlay, now painted to match. A 1/2 inch patch to proper left side of central frieze. Some small losses to inlay stringing at bottom of frieze. Restored crack to top of proper left front leg. Castor wheel of swing leg in parts box.
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.