- 134
A George III satinwood-inlaid mahogany library writing table circa 1800
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- satinwood, mahogany
- height 30 in.; width 4 ft. 7 1/2 in.; depth 37 1/4 in.
- 76.2 cm; 141 cm; 94.6 cm
the frieze fitted with three short drawers to each long side.
Provenance
Bought from Sotheby's London, circa 1966
Property of a Distinguished New York Collection
Christie's New York, October 11, 2007, lot 133
Property of a Distinguished New York Collection
Christie's New York, October 11, 2007, lot 133
Condition
Overall good condition; the top with a replaced leather-lining with some minor scratches and wear; the banded veneers in good condition; some minor chips and losses to edges of veneers to some drawers with some minor replacements; the drawer linings with restorations; the underside of the top with some blocks to correct warpage; some minor scratches and wear to extremities.
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.