the rectangular molded top set with a well-figured single board within a frame, above a wide apron of beaded oblong pierced panels framed by straight stretchers, all supported on chamfered legs of square section joined by double-curved brackets, with four transverse stretchers beneath

Nicholas Grindley, London.

There is some shrinkage to the top panel, there is a split to one of the short members of the frame. There is a filled repair to the inside of one leg and another leg has a long vertical patch on the inside with an associated and filled horizontal split.. One of the double-curved spandrels has been replaced and another has a replaced lower section.
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.

Side tables of this design are unusual, most are square. There is a similar example to the present piece illustrated in The Dr. S.Y. Yip Collection of Classic Chinese Furniture III, Hong Kong, 2007, p. 68, no. 18.  For a square table of the same design see the example illustrated in Gustav Ecke, Chinese Domestic Furniture, 1974, Rutland, Vermont & Tokyo, p. 63. pl. 47.