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A Dutch rosewood and ebony inlaid extending 'balpoot' table, mid-17th century and later
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Ebony, rosewood
- 75cm. high, 119cm. wide, 75cm. deep; 2ft. 5½in., 3ft. 11in., 2ft. 5½in.
the extending top raised on four baluster turned legs joined by a platform stretcher on bun feet
Condition
This table is in very good condition, with some general shrinkage consistent with aging and some scuffing to the baluster legs.
"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 of very similar design, also in rosewood and ebony inlaid, is in the Rijskmuseum, Amsterdam, inv. no. 14201, and is illustrated in the museum's Catalogus van Meubelen en Betimmeringen, Amsterdam, 1952, p. 247, cat. 304, ill. 51.