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A George III mahogany architect's table, circa 1770
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
- 79.5cm. high, 99.5cm. wide, 62cm. deep; 2ft. 7¼in., 3ft. 3in., 2ft. ½in.
with a double-hinged baize-lined concertina top above three frieze ebony strung drawers on square tapering fluted legs ending in brass capping's and castors
Provenance
Possibly General William Henry Kerr, 4th Marquess of Lothian (1710 - 1775)
Literature
Newbattle Abbey, Midlothian, Inventory, 1797, p.1, this could be that described in the Library; ‘A writing Table covered with leather'
Condition
Later brass ad locks (prob. circa 1900). Re-polished. Staining to writing surface and some timber. Losses to edge at back. Rear is faded and loss to moulding.
"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."