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A PAIR OF LOUIS XV STYLE GILT-BRASS MOUNTED, ROSEWOOD, TULIPWOOD AND EBONY MARQUETRY OCCASIONAL TABLES LATE 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 72cm. high, 34cm. wide, 27cm. deep; 28½in., 13½in., 10½in.
each with a hinged lid enclosing a recess
Provenance
Christie's London, Fasque - The Scottish Seat of the Gladstones, 7 May 2008, lot 136.
Condition
Overall good restored condition. Variation to marquetry and mounts. Polish deteriorated in small areas and would benefit from a wax polish. Lifting to gilt-brass moulded edge of lower tier to one. Evidence of old worm, which no longer appears to be active. Undertier of another with age crack to carcass timber and corresponding movement to marquetry veneers. Minor old marks and scratches consistent 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.
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."