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An Italian specimen marble-topped and walnut guéridon table second quarter 19th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Walnut, marble
- 77.5cm. high, 75cm. diameter; 2ft. 6½in., 2ft. 5½in.
the marble inlaid top inset in a walnut border supported by a spread gadrooned pedestal on eight scrolling feet on an octagonal plinth
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. The colours of the marble are vibrant. There are some cracks to the verde antico cross-banding. The base has signs of old worm which is no longer active and some minor restored breaks to the fluted stem. Old marks and scratches and chips to the veneer at the base commensurate with age and use.
"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 with similarly designed top and most likely by the same hand is in the Gibert Collection (Anna Maria Massinelli, Hardstones – the Gilbert Collection, London, 2000, nr. 24, pp.88-89)