Lot 41
  • 41

A Dutch walnut, fruitwood inlaid marquetry and parquetry centre table 19th century

Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 82cm. high, 113cm. wide, 84cm. deep; 2ft. 8¼in., 3ft. 8½in., 3ft. 5¼in.
in late 17th century style, with a drawer

Provenance

Sir Charles Henry Tempest, 1st Bt. (1834 - 1894), thence by descent to Ethel Mary Tempest (1869 - 1937) who married Miles Stapleton, 10th Lord Beaumont (1850 - 1895) thence by descent.

Exhibited

The underside of the drawer with a printed paper label `BRADFORD CORPORATION LOAN EXHIBITION/ LADY BEAUMONT CARLTON TOWERS'

Condition

The drawer is cracked which will need to be filled. There are hairline cracks generally as visible in the photograph. There are horizontal construction cracks across the top which will need filling. The veneer is liftng in places with some general minor losses. The top is distressed and slightly warped.
"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."