Lot 770
  • 770

A George IV burr walnut and rosewood crossbanded Pembroke table

Estimate
500 - 800 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • walnut rosewood pine beech
  • 74cm. high, 81cm. wide (extended), 52cm. deep; 2ft. 5¼in., 2ft. 7¾in., 1ft. 8½in.
the drop leaf top above a single frieze drawer and opposing dummy drawer, on a turned quadripartite base with brass paw cappings and castors

Provenance

With Boss & Gopfert Antiquitaten, Dusseldorf, 1968

Condition

In country house condition. The top with significant stains and two areas of patching and simulated figuring as a result of restoration. There are losses and restorations to the rosewood crossbanding. The drop leafs are slightly warped and two of the legs have repaired spliced breaks. There is a repaired age crack to the left side. With old marks and scratches throughout commensurate with age and use.
"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."