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A George III style marquetry and crossbanded mahogany bow-front serving table, circa 1900
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Mahogany and boxwood
- 79.5cm. high, 159.5cm. wide, 66cm. deep; 2ft. 7¼in., 5ft. 2¾in., 2ft. 2in.
boxwood and ebony strung, the reverse with a label printed 'LORD REDESDALE / 6 6 1947', the underside of one drawer with a chalk inscription 'DUCHESS OF DEVONSHIRE / DERBYS.'
Provenance
Acquired by David Ogilvy Freeman-Mitford, 2nd Baron Redesdale (1878-1958)
Condition
In overall reasonable condition. The right return has lost its cock beading, there are some further losses to the cock beading running along the front. The top with typical signs of wear comensurate with age and use. Some minor signs of wear to the legs. An elegant, well proportioned and useful piece.
"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."