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A pair of Italian carved giltwood console tables, Roman mid 18th century
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- giltwood, pine, poplar, marble
- each 91cm. high, 107cm. wide, 54cm. deep; 2ft. 11¾in., 3ft. 6¼in., 1ft. 9¼in.
each with a veneered africano marble top above a pierced frieze on cabriole legs joined by an x-form stretcher on inward scrolled legs, the whole carved with rocaillle, scrolls and leaves
Condition
In overall very good conserved condition. Beautiful detail to carving. Evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active. There is a transport label beneath with the name Bartolazzi, Via Maggi, Firenze. On one there is an old restoration beneath the foot of one but this is only visible when the piece is upside down and evidence of an old glue repair to the carving on the stretcher on the same one. Some old very minor areas of restoration to the veneer on both marble tops.
"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."
"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."