- 188
A George III rosewood and inlaid sofa table circa 1810, attributed to Gillows
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- ROSEWOOD
- 72.5cm. high, 158cm. wide extended, 70.5cm. deep; 2ft. 4¾in., 5ft. 2¼in., 2ft. 3¾in.
with a pair of real frieze drawers opposed by dummy drawers
Condition
Good overall condition. Very skillfully restored patch to top which appears to be the original veneer. Some minor losses to crossbanding. Restored age crack to one flap. Some minor restored age cracks to the top. Good consistent colour and patina
"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."
Catalogue Note
The present lot is similar to a pair of sofa tables supplied by Gillows for Broughton Hall, North Yorkshire in 1803. A rosewood and inlaid sofa table of closely related design sold Sotheby's London, 13 January 2009, lot 181.