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FINE PAIR OF FEDERAL CARVED AND FIGURED MAHOGANY GAMES TABLES, Boston, Massachusetts area, circa 1815
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Mahogany
- Height 28 3/4 in. by Width 36 1/2 in. by Depth 17 3/4 in.
Provenance
David Dunton, Woodbury, Connecticut.
Condition
Overall in fine condition. Some small age cracks to surface with usual scratches, dents and abrasions as well. Some infill to old cracks in areas. One table with a small chip to the molding of the canted corner at the proper left front side. Some cracks along the lines of construction specifically at the joins of the legs with the apron. Legs with some very minor scratches. Five screw holes along back edge of both fly leaf and stationary top. Their presence indicates that a later backsplash was added to tables. Depth open 35 3/4 in.
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.