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An Empire gilt brass mounted, painted and parcel gilt mahogany console table probably Leipzig, circa 1825
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- brass, mahogany
- 78cm. high, 92.5cm. wide, 60cm. deep; 30¾in., 36¾in., 23½in.
with one central frieze drawer above a X-frame base
Literature
Johann Voigt, Robby Joachim Götze, Möbel aus schönburgischen Schlössern, Renaissance, Barock, Klassisismus, Chemnitz, 2003, pp. 104-105.
Condition
In country house condition. The top with an age crack running across the width through the centre which has been supported by batons to the underside, this in turn has caused the drawer to have two apertures cut into it to allow for the baton supports. The top left corner with a hairline crack to the veneer. The decoration of the stretcher is in good original condition with minor losses to the paint and some chips. There are some signs of movement along lines of construction to the base.
"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."