12th Oct, 2023 14:00

The Traditional Interior | Fine Furniture & Works of Art

 
Lot 784a
 

IN THE MANNER OF RILEY, MAHOGANY METAMORPHIC DINING/BILLIARDS TABLE
LATE 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY

the oblong top rotating on a central axis to reveal a raised baized lined slate bed table with netted pockets, over four turned and reeded column supports, along side a boxed set of Crystalate billiard balls, a triangle, a score board, three brushes, further accessories, and a set of eight 19th century Chippendale style dining chairs (including two carvers)

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the billiards table approx. 202cm x 99cm cushion to cushion

 

A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.

 

Sold for £1,900
Estimated at £500 - £700


Condition Report
The table is particularly sun bleached to one end, one support has been left as is and is similarly faded, all the others appear to have been stained as they are much darker than the main timber, this appears to have been in different stages as two of these supports demonstrate a notable craquelure in the varnish; table itself appears ok, does demonstrate expected wear and tear from use and age but overall commensurate with what is to be expected.
The majority of the chairs are loose including both carvers, the seats are 20th century faux leather, in my opinion they do demonstrate later staining/varnish, at least in certain areas, while others areas are faded, two with breaks to splats  which have been somewhat crudely repaired, further relatively heavy general wear with some chips, scuffs, abrasions etc

 
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