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A Regency inlaid amboyna and calamander writing table circa 1810
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- amboyna, calamander
- height 30 in.; width 34 in.; depth 21 1/4 in.
- 76.2 cm; 86.4 cm; 54 cm
the frieze fitted with two drawers, one drawer opening to a leather-lined book slope on ratchet support opposed by a pair of dummy drawers.
Condition
Overall in good condition. Leather lining to writing slide possibly original or replaced in 19th century. The boards of the writing surface is slightly warped. Left frontal support with small old chips, now infilled. Some small old infilled chips to right of trestle support. The top with very minor fading to veneer. Overall veneers maintain very good figuring and color. Some very minor nicks and wear to extremities.
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.