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Description A matched pair of bird's eye maple demi-lune étagères
late 19th century
each brass galleried?tier with green painted turned tapering uprights on outswept turned feet, one with fluted legs
each 74.5cm. high, 70cm. wide, 36cm. deep.
Condition Report These decorative tables are in country house condition. The gilt-brass gallery to each - which is possibly replaced - is mis-shapen in areas and with some screws missing. Variation to turned legs which have been re-decorated green and display some chips to painted surface revealing traces of what appears to be a gilded surface beneath. Tops and undertier with ring marks, stains, old marks and scratches which would benefit from a wax and gentle clean.
"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 By repute Princess Victoria of Hesse and by Rhine (1863-1950), later Victoria Mountbatten, Marchioness of Milford Haven.