Lot 243
  • 243

AN IMPERIAL AUSTRIAN BAROQUE STYLE EBONY, EBONIZED, FRUITWOOD, BRASS, PEWTER AND COPPER MARQUETRY ARMORIAL TABLE, CIRCA 1872 |

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • 80cm. high, 80cm. wide, 74cm. deep, 31½in., 31½in., 29in.
with the coat-of-arms of Archduke Heinrich of Austria, with one drawer

Provenance

Archduke Heinrich of Austria (1828-1891)

Condition

In overall very good condition. Minor old marks, cracks, chips 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."

Catalogue Note

In 1871, Heinrich received back his title as Archduke of Austria and it was on this occasion that the present table was commissioned.