A PAIR OF GEORGE III PAINTED SATINWOOD DEMI-LUNE CARD TABLES, CIRCA 1790, ATTRIBUTED TO SEDDON, SONS & SHACKLETON

A PAIR OF GEORGE III PAINTED SATINWOOD DEMI-LUNE CARD TABLES, CIRCA 1790, ATTRIBUTED TO SEDDON, SONS & SHACKLETON

with tulipwood crossbanding and a painted convolvulus border to the foldover baize lined tops, supported by square tapering legs and satinwood veneered 'butterfly' gates, some decoration possibly refreshed
74cm. high, 99cm. wide, 49cm. deep; 2ft. 5in., 3ft. 3in., 1ft. 7¼in.

Condition Report:
In excellent restored condition. Small loss to decoration on back border. Old repairs to satinwood. Minor re-touching to painted decoration.

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"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.
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Provenance:
Butterworth Ltd., London, 12 May 2004