UNITED STATES OF AMERICA | Centre Table

with two frieze drawers to one long side

overall in very good condition. The surfaces with minor scattered nicks, chips, scuffs and scratches throughout, concentrated to the edge of the top surface, stretchers and bases of the legs. The fluting to one leg with minor losses but is not visually distracting. The legs with minor fine hairline cracks due to shrinkage. The limed finish may have been applied at a later date. All of the above are consistent with age and use. A fine example of American craftsmanship from the turn of the 20th century.
"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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The present lot is antiquarian in design in that it blends 17th century classical motifs in the relief carving of the apron, fluted legs and stretchers. The cylindrical legs echo those found on a table by Louis Comfort Tiffany for the Veterans room in the Seventh Regent Armory, New York City which was completed in 1881. Tiffany furniture produced in revival styles tended to look to the 18^th century as a source of inspiration so it is unlikely that the present lot is a piece by the designer. However, the quality of the carving, well-chosen timber and fine construction point to a designer-maker of some note.