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The Shoemaker-Pickering-Doughton Family Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Games Table, possibly from the shop of Jonathan Shoemaker, carving attributed to Richard Butts, Philadelphia, circa 1770
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Mahogany
- Height 28 in. by Width 31 1/2 in. by Depth 15 in.
retains a dark rich historic surface; appears to retain its original ornate cast brass hardware.
Provenance
Descended in the Shoemaker-Pickering-Doughten families;
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Doughton.
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Doughton.
Literature
William Macpherson Hornor, Jr., Blue Book Philadelphia Furniture: William Penn to George Washington, (Washington, D.C.: Highland House Publishers, 1977), p. 219, pl. 157.
Condition
Refinished. Slight cupping to hinged leaf; small patch repair to proper left rear corner of top.
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.