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A George IV mahogany writing table, in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster, second quarter 19th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany, leather, brass
- 75cm. high, 138cm. wide, 86cm. deep; 2ft. 5½in., 4ft. 6½in., 2ft. 10in.
the leather inset oval top with a gadrooned moulded edge above two short drawers and opposing drawers, the trestle end supports joined by a turned stretcher ending in lion paw feet on brass cappings and castors
Condition
Overall in very good conserved condition. This piece is 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
A table of very similar form with the same inset leather top and gadrooned edge appears in Gillows estimate sketch book of 1827. The bold carving to the legs and feet were most likely undertaken by their master carver Rigby. Susan E Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London, 1730 - 1840, Woodbridge, 2008, vol. 1, p. 292, pl. 311.