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A George IV mahogany and ebony strung drum library table circa 1825
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany, boxwood, ebony, brass and leather
- 74cm. high, 125cm., diameter; 2ft. 5in., 4f. 1in.
the leather-lined top above four frieze drawers alternating between false drawers, on a turned baluster stem and four outsplayed reeded sabre legs, ending in brass cappings and castors
Literature
West Horsley Place, Surrey, Inventory, 1938, Vol. 1, p.28, in the Book Room; A 3’10” [sic] circular antique mahogany drum top Library Table on pillar and 4 reeded claws, leather lined top, 4 drawers with wood knobs. £30.
Condition
Country house condition. Later rim to the top. Traces of worm. Spilts to each leg. The attractively patinated leather top with cracks and tears. Losses and age cracks throughout. Atmospheric but would benefit from workshop attention.
"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."