Lot 283
  • 283

A George III mahogany side table, circa 1770, in the manner of Thomas Chippendale

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description

  • mahogany
  • 88cm. high, 152.5cm. wide, 76cm. deep; 2ft. 10¾in., 5ft., 2ft. 6in.

Provenance

Possibly commissioned by the 9th Earl of Winchilsea and 4th Earl of Nottingham for Burley-on-the-Hill, Rutland;
Sotheby's London, Important Furniture, Silver, Ceramics & Clocks, 6 December 2011, lot 77.

Condition

In reasonable restored condition. Formerly with a wooden top and now fitted with a fossilised marble top. Small chips and loses to carving, notably to the blind fret on the rear right leg and to a lesser extent the front right leg.
"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."