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A George IV brass-mounted parcel-gilt inlaid rosewood games table circa 1825
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- height 28 3/4 in.; width open 4 ft. 7 in.; width closed 35 3/4 in.; depth 26 in.
- 73 cm; 139.7 cm; 90.8 cm; 66 cm
the central section to the top sliding to reveal a re-lined backgammon well, the reverse of the top centered by an inlaid chess board, each side of the frieze centered by a dummy drawer and flanked by a dummy drawer to the left and a small drawer to the right.
Condition
Overall fair condition; the central section of the top with rippling and warpage to the veneers of both sides; the reverse with age cracks through the checkerboard; areas of sunfading and bleaching with subsequent perishing to the finish; small losses and replacements to the cross-banded veneers or the edge; chips and losses to the gilding; overall with some old marks, scratches, nicks, scuffs and bruises.
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.
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.