A pair of Italian pale blue lacquered and parcel-gilt console tables, 18th/19th century

with later moulded Siena marble tops of serpentine form, the frieze carved with c-scrolls and centred by a cartouche enclosing a flower-filled vase flanked by panels of trellis, the cabriole legs headed with shells and carved with baskets of fruit above lambrequins and drapery, the rear of the legs with trails of fruit and leaves, each side frieze with a grotesque mask joined by an x-form stretcher, on faceted feet

In overall good conserved condition. The colour is less yellow and there is more contrast with the blue lacquer and gilding. The marble tops are in good condition with some miniscule scattered chips and areas of infill along the front edge. Attractive detail to carving. Some refreshment to painting and gilding. Evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active. Some very minor chips and wear to gilding. There are hairline construction cracks at the joints but these can be left or easily filled. Some very minor chips to carved sections on the back of the legs of one table especially and some minor losses of leaves and fruit on the rear left leg of the same table.
"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."