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A George IV gilt-bronze mounted, hardstone inlaid and ebony centre table circa 1825, in the manner of Morel and Hughes
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Marbles, hardstones, brass, ebony veneers, oak
- 90cm. high, 83cm. diameter; 2ft 11½in., 2ft 8¾in.
the circular top inlaid with a radial display of specimen hardstones and marbles, above moulded and cast brass acanthus frieze raised on four fluted columns, headed by Tuscan capitals and united by a shaped platform base
Condition
A good example. In country house condition. The top with chips old marks and scratches. Age cracks throughout. Lacking veneers and timbers in places. Splits to veneers. Exposed core timber (oak) in places as veneers have moved or come off. Metal work tarnished.
"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
Nicholas Morel was joined in business by Robert Hughes soon after 1805 and they were based at 13 Great Marlborough Street, London. Morel’s French background evidently contributed to his work being held in very high regard by the fashionable society of his time. He supplied the Prince of Wales with numerous items for Brighton Pavilion and Carlton House. Morel & Hughes are also known to have worked for the Earl of Mansfield, the 6th Duke of Bedford, the 2nd Marquis of Bath and 3rd Duke of Northumberland, to name but a few of their aristocratic patrons.
The ebonised columnar base was a popular design employed by the firm. Having been enlisted to decorate and furnish Northumberland House for the 3rd Duke of Northumberland the pair designed new stands for the pietre dure cabinets. One of the stands, (sold Treasures: Including selected works from the Collections of the Dukes of Northumberland, Sotheby’s, London, 9 July 2014, lot 11) used for a marble inlaid cabinet, employs similar capitals to the present lot, evidence of the increasing taste for Anglo-French neo classicism that the firm were to become so popular for. A similar marble table top on a different base was sold The Collection of Craig Wright, Sotheby's, New York, 30 September 2011, lot 136.