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A REGENCY BRASS MOUNTED ROSEWOOD SOFA TABLE, CIRCA 1800, ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN MCLEAN |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 71cm high, 153.5cm wide (open), 61cm deep; 28in., 60½in., 24in.
with flaps to either side above two cedar lined frieze drawers and opposing dummy drawers
Provenance
Acquired from Mallett & Son (Antiques) Ltd., 1977.
Condition
A smart table in reasonable restored condition. With old repairs to age splits to central section of top, which have now discoloured and would benefit from improvement. Colour to top faded and flaps to sides bowing/warping slightly. One gilt-brass moulding is loose and would benefit from re-fixing. Drawers are cedar lined and one pull handle to dummy drawers is replaced. Minor loses to veneers and banding. Generally with 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."