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A George III mahogany library table in the manner of Gillows circa 1800
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, brass, oak, leather
- height 32 in.; width 54 1/4 in.; depth 31 1/4 in.
- 81.5 cm; 138 cm; 80 cm
the inset leather top with reeded edge, over a frieze fitted with three drawers, the pedestals fitted with three drawers opposed by cupboard doors, each pedestal raised on four tapering square feet ending in casters.
Provenance
Christie's London, February 13, 2002, lot 69
Condition
Overall good condition; the leather lining on the top replaced. Usual scratches, scuffs, and wear throughout. Chip to veneer of left edge of one door.
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.
Catalogue Note
The present library table is similar to two designs by Gillows. One design, dated 1792, was supplied to Sir John Ramsden of Byram Hall, Yorkshire. It too was made of mahogany and had a black leather top crossbanded in kingwood. The design differs in that it has turreted corners. Another drawing found in Gillows Coloured Sketch Book is of two pedestals of drawers linked by a middle shelf and a top fitted with a book rest on ratchet support. (illustrated S. Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London, 1730-1840, Woodbridge, 2008, vol. II, p. 31, plate 566. This design has very similar feet and overall profile.