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A Regency mahogany writing table circa 1805
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- height 30 1/4 in.; width 4 ft. 3/4 in.; depth 31 1/2 in.
- 76.8 cm; 121.9 cm; 80 cm
fitted with three frieze drawers, opposed by three dummy drawers. Bearing an old depository label printed J.A.&N.S., Queens Road, Farnborough, inscribed Mr. Fielding #7. The brass casters stamped COPE/&COLLINSON/PATENT.
Provenance
Mr. Fielding
Phillips Oxford, November 7, 1991, lot 172
Christie's New York, October 18, 2001, lot 297
Phillips Oxford, November 7, 1991, lot 172
Christie's New York, October 18, 2001, lot 297
Condition
Fitted with a red Morocco leather lined top which is 19th century, and with stains scratches and scuffs, the table with a slightly glossy surface, appearing to retain original hardware, and with rubbing and wear to extremities, scuffs and scratches to legs consistent with age and use.
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.