A gilt-bronze-mounted thuya wood dining table, in Empire style

with an oval gilt-bronze banded top, the frieze mounted with ribbon tied acorn and oak leaf wreaths flanked by a tablet with canted corners enclosing two lions flanking a stylised anthemion with two folding later turned tapering legs on a central pedestal with concave sides and a boldly scrolled lotus leaf on each corner on castors, the hinge on the table stamped  BJSCDG.V.F à Paris; together with two leaves

In overall good condition. The colour of the veneer is less orange and more attractive than in the catalogue photograph. There are old marks and scratches throughout. There are some old very minor restorations to the veneers which have been well executed and are hardly noticeable. There are some scattered hairline cracks to the pedestal base and some losses to the veneer on the base which are not noticeable.
"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.
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