Lot 1
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A Louis XV carved giltwood console table second quarter 18th century

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • giltwood, marble, beech
  • 85cm. high, 163cm. wide, 34cm. deep; 2ft. 9½in., 5ft. 4¼in., 1ft. 1¼in.
with a mottled marble top above a pierced and carved rococo base

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, 23rd May 2003, lot 159.

Condition

This console table is in fairly reasonable condition, the top with marks, scratches and minor chips consistent with age and use, and with several losses to gilding and restored breakages, namely to apron and legs. There is one breakage to left hand side of frieze. The gilding has been retouched in places. In need of attention. Please not that the correct measurements for this lot are 86.5cm. high, 129cm. wide, 57.5cm. deep, and not as stated in the printed 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."