A PAIR OF GEORGE III EBONY-INLAID SATINWOOD AND MAHOGANY CARD AND TEA TABLES, LATE 18TH CENTURY |

one opening to a green baize playing surface, the other to a marquetry veneered surface; One inscribed 3/8/35 in pencil on the reverse, the other inscribed 4 on the underside and with label inscribed PRATT & SONS LTD

Christie's London, November 14, 1996, lot 100 (£44,228)

Of lovely colour and attractive and rare figuring in the timber. Both with scattered age cracks. marks, scratches, and some patches to veneer, consistent with age and use. Some longer age cracks on the top of the tea table both open and closed, visible in the online photographs. The lower top of the tea table with a slightly undulated surface, but this does not prevent the hinged top flap from resting evenly upon it when closed. The top with a protective wax finish. The games table missing a section of the ebony inlay on the fan approx. 2 in. long with a small loss and cracks to the other ebony veneer sections; visible in online photographs. Back rails with minor old worm holes.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.