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A George III satinwood, sycamore, amaranth, tulipwood and marquetry pier table circa 1770, attributed to Mayhew and Ince
Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- satinwood, amaranth, sycamore
- 86.5cm. high, 152.5cm. wide, 67cm. deep; 2ft. 10in., 5ft., 2ft. 2½in.
the semi-elliptical top centred with a fan and bell flower chain with radiating foliate scrolls, on square tapering legs inlaid with bell flower husks
Provenance
Christie's, London, 27 November 1980, lot 90;
Christie's, New York, 30 April 2007, lot 101
Christie's, New York, 30 April 2007, lot 101
Condition
An attractive piece in good conserved condition. The top refinished with minor loses and replacements to marquetry and veneers and the mahogany banded edge possibly replaced/later. Shrinkage cracks to some veneers as to be expected with a piece of this age, notably to the top. Marquetry has been re-engraved. Support batons to the underside possibly replaced. One leg with losses to moulding. Ready to place.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The marquetry inlay of coloured and engraved woods and the employment of a central radiating fan motif as seen on the present lot, are all well-documented features of the work of John Mayhew (d. 1811) and William Ince (d. 1804). Described in The Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660-1840 as one of the most significant and probably the longest lived partnerships of 18th century London cabinet-making, the Golden Square firm were commissioned by several illustrious patrons including the Prince of Wales, the 5th Duke of Devonshire, the 5th Duke of Bedford, the 1st Duke and Duchess of Northumberland and the 4th Duke of Marlborough.