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Very Fine Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Pie Crust Tilt-Top Tea Table, attributed to the Shop of Benjamin Randolph (1721 - 1791) and carving probably by Hercules Courtenay (w. about 1744-1784), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1765
Estimate
30,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- Height 28 1/2 in. by Width 31 in. by Depth 31 5/8 in.
Retains a dark rich historic surface.
Condition
Lock ring, key and brass lock replaced. Several patches to pie crust edge: one measuring 2 inches in length; two side-by-side measuring 2 inches, two side-by-side measuring 3 inches, one measuring 2 inches, one measuring 1/2 inch, one measuring 2 1/2 inches. A restored break to pie crust edge measuring 3 inches. Wear to pie crust edge. Carving with scratches and wear consistent with age and use. One leg with restored crack to underside of lower portion of leg. One laminated end piece of toe missing; another foot with a restored section of outermost toe. Retains a rich, dark, historic surface.
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.