Lot 104
  • 104

A George III mahogany and statuary marble top side table

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 35 in.; width 6 ft. 6 in.; depth 31 1/2 in.
  • 88.9 cm; 198.1 cm; 80 cm
with a later chalked number 38156 to the interior side of one rail and to the underside of the marble top.  Five brackets replaced, lacking corner flutes to legs.

Condition

Overall good restored condition; five brackets replaced; lacking corner flutes to legs; some glue blocks lacking; some glue blocks replaced; with a later varnished surface; overall with nicks to the fluting and with old marks, scratches scuffs and bruises; the marble top with small chips and wear to the edges, the back right corner with an infilled and inpainted chip, the surface with scratches and minor scuffs.
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.

Catalogue Note

Cf. a George III mahogany breakfront bookcase with similar fluted frieze divided by roundels, sold, Christie's, London, June 25, 1987, lot 155.