Lot 286
  • 286

A matched pair of George III style gilt-bronze mounted mahogany and satinwood pedestals, circa 1900

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Mahogany, satinwood, gilt-bronze, marble, rosewood
  • 112cm. high, 37cm. wide; 3ft. 8in., 1ft. 2½in.
one with burr yew central panel, the other rosewood

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, The Collection of Alberto Pinto, 29-30 March 1999, lot 597

Condition

In overall good restored condition. One pedestal lacking leaf mounts to the front of the tapered body and lacking a ribbon tied mount to the right hand return. The other with a later twin eagle mount to the central frieze and a secure age crack to the right hand return. With minor old marks and scratches and some splitting to veneers commensurate with age and use.
"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.
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