Lot 43
  • 43

A fine Regency rosewood library drum table Circa 1815

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • height 31 1/4 in.; diameter 4 ft. 4 in.
  • 79.4 cm; 132.1 cm
the drum top fitted with four drawers, the top of two drawers stamped JJ, the underside of each caster stamped H, P, &, RR respectively and correspond to each caster wheel stamped R, P, &, H respectively.

Condition

Overall good restored condition; the top refinished with small nicks and scratches and with some areas of white gesso left over from French polishing; small replaced section approximate 1 ½ inches to the beaded edge; the frieze with some repairs to the cockbeading in places; old repairs and infilling to the collar at join with stem and with areas of old worm; the stem in good condition; three legs with old repaired breaks with subsequent inpainting at joins with the plinth and with subsequent cracks and inpainting to the canted corners of the plinth; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises 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.
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.