Lot 35
- 35
A Regency rosewood writing table circa 1820
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- rosewood
- 76cm. high, 122cm. wide, 63.5cm. deep; 2ft. 6in., 4ft., 2ft. 1in.
the leather inset top above two frieze drawers with brass inlay, on four tapering legs with turned bases and brass caps and castors
Condition
A very elegant table in reasonable condition. The inset leather top has been replaced and show signs of wear consistent with age and use. Overall with losses and replacements to the veneers notably to the right hand side return and the reverse of the top. The drawers are slightly sticky and could benefit from attention according to taste. With old marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
"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
The form of this elegant writing table with its eared corners relates to two designs by the renowned firm of Gillows, listed in L Boynton, Gillow Furniture Designs, 1760-1800, 1995, fig. 21 and 35. Although the Gillows tables of this type are usually paired with reeded legs, highly demonstrative of the firms output, the present lot is of a more restrained form allowing the quality and colour of the rosewood to standout.