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Lot 9
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An Italian walnut and burr walnut side table, Venetian second quarter 18th Century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Walnut
  • approx. 89cm. high, 146cm. wide, 74cm. deep; 2ft. 11in., 4ft. 9½in., 2ft. 5in.
with a serpentine simulated marble top above a pierced frieze on scrolled supports; the whole carved with scrolls, rocaille, flowers, foliage and stylised scallopshells, with a paper label inscribed in brown ink, SC N.22 ... ebring

Condition

In overall good conserved condition. There is shrinkage where the inset painted top meets the base and some retouching to the painting on the top. Old minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age and normal usage. There is a later wooden block at the back beneath the top to enable the table to be attached to the wall. Construction cracks at joints commensurate with age and use. Old minor restorations to carved sections.
"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."