13th Jul, 2024 9:30 GMT/BST
A George III Carved Mahogany Dining Table, possibly Irish, 3rd quarter 18th century, with two dropleaves to form an oval, on substantial acanthus-carved cabriole legs with carved paw feet
166cm by 191cm by 71cm
Provenance: A Private Estate, North Yorkshire
Sold for £5,000
Estimated at £1,500 - £2,000
The table top has numerous scuffs and deep scratches, as well as some gauges and various ink stains. The central section has a split which is approximately 15cm in length (as photographed). One of the drop leaves also has a split near the hinge. There are glue marks to the brackets on the gatelegs where they have been re-attached. Hinges seem original. With some scuffs and scratches around the legs consistent with age. Please see further images.
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