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An Anglo-Dutch rococo gilt-bronze mounted carved mahogany side table mid-18th century
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Gilt-bronze, mahogany
- 75cm. high, 69cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 2ft. 5½in., 2ft. 3in., 1ft. 6½in.
the shaped moulded top above two drawers and shaped apron, on cabriole legs and claw-and-ball feet
Condition
In good condition, with minor marks and scratches consistent with age and use, most notably to the top. There are some vertical cracks on the left-side corner, and one long vertical crack on the right-side corner (visible in the catalogue photograph). The gilt-bronze handles and key escutcheons, tarnished, would benefit from a light clean according to taste.
"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
Related examples of English-inspired side tables are illustrated in A. Hofstede, Nederlandse meubelen: van Barok tot Biedermeier 1700-1830, Amsterdam, 2004, pp. 96-97.