- 113A
An Italian carved walnut dining table, probably 19th century
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- walnut
- Closed: 81cm. high, 225cm. wide, 139cm. deep; 2ft. 7¾in., 6ft. 8¾in., 4ft. 6¾in. plus two leaves 68cm. wide 2ft. 2¾in. wide and four leaves 34cm. wide; 1ft. 1½in.
the rectangular top with six leaves with four turned tapering legs, the stem with four addorsed c-scrolls carved with fruit and acanthus on a concave-sided square base
Literature
Sebastian Schutze, Palazzo Sacchetti, Rome, 2003, illustrated pp. 119, 120-123 in La Galleria.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Old marks and scratches to the top and to the leaves and some water staining to some of the leaves. There are two construction cracks down one leaf and three down another which can easily be filled or left. Evidence of old minor woodworm to the base which is no longer active. There are construction cracks to platform base which can easily be filled or left. The wood is a bit dry looking on the base and would benefit from a repolish according to taste.
"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."