A PAIR OF GEORGE III SIDE TABLES, LATE 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY
KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A PAIR OF GEORGE III SIDE TABLES, LATE 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY
the black marble and yellow fluorspar tops on ebonised mahogany stands
79cm. high, 111.5cm. wide, 52cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 3ft. 7¾in., 1ft. 8½in.
Condition Report:
A striking pair of tables in country house condition. The tops with minor old marks and scratches and would benefit from a clean according to taste. The gadrooned edge of one has a chip and the corner of the other also with small loss. The stands are 18th century and listed with the tables in 1812 but were possibly associated at an earlier date as it appear the struts/baton supports to each stand has been removed to accommodate the tops. The stands themselves are lacking most of their pierced corner brackets and those that remain are damaged. Generally with old marks, scuffs and scratches consistent 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."
Provenance:
Probably supplied to Robert Clements, 1st Earl of Leitrim (1732-1804)
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KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A PAIR OF GEORGE III SIDE TABLES, LATE 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY
the black marble and yellow fluorspar tops on ebonised mahogany stands
79cm. high, 111.5cm. wide, 52cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 3ft. 7¾in., 1ft. 8½in.
Condition Report:
A striking pair of tables in country house condition. The tops with minor old marks and scratches and would benefit from a clean according to taste. The gadrooned edge of one has a chip and the corner of the other also with small loss. The stands are 18th century and listed with the tables in 1812 but were possibly associated at an earlier date as it appear the struts/baton supports to each stand has been removed to accommodate the tops. The stands themselves are lacking most of their pierced corner brackets and those that remain are damaged. Generally with old marks, scuffs and scratches consistent 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."
Provenance:
Probably supplied to Robert Clements, 1st Earl of Leitrim (1732-1804)
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