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A Regency mahogany and ebonised writing table circa 1810
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- 75.5cm. high, 107cm. wide, 55.5cm. deep; 2ft. 4¾in., 3ft. 6in., 1ft. 9¾in.
with a baize inset top above two drawers and dummy drawers to the reverse
Provenance
Supplied to William, 3rd Viscount Courtenay, later 9th Earl of Devon (1768-1835) and thence by descent.
Literature
Inventory 1880, probably the `inlaid writing desk or table', recorded in the 1st Drawing Room
Probably illustrated 'Powderham Castle', Country Life, April 4th 1908, Vol. XXIII, p. 492 in the First Library.
Probably illustrated 'Powderham Castle', Country Life, April 4th 1908, Vol. XXIII, p. 492 in the First Library.
Condition
The green baize is old but not original and is faded and stained. The colour and patina generally are good and overall the condition is very good. The back is rather faded though from the south. There are very minor chips to veneers, old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. There is some old worm to secondary timbers. It is an extremely elegant table.
"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."
"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."