Lot 295
  • 295

A French carved giltwood console table Transitional, circa 1765

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Giltwood, marble
  • 86.5cm. high; 127cm. wide; 61cm. deep; 2ft. 10in., 4ft. 2in., 2ft.
with a conforming Flanders marble top

Provenance

Christie's Paris, Important Mobilier, 25 June 2008, lot 231.

Condition

A finely carved console table in reasonable condition. The marble top in good condition. There are minor losses to the gilding and chips throughout. The back right stretcher has a restored crack and a notable loss to the gilding. The moulded decoration below the scallop shell has been restored having formerly come off. There is a loss to the carved gilding atop the urn on the centre of the stretcher.
"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."