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A Regency Penwork, Ebonized and Cream-Painted Game Table
Estimate: $3,000-$5,000
Sold
$1,900
Live Auction
Property from the Fred and Kay Krehbiel Collection, Part I
Location
Chicago
Description
A Regency Penwork, Ebonized and Cream-Painted Game Table
Circa 1820
the top decorated with a checkerboard pattern having individual designs in each square, surrounded by a floral border, the patterns probably after designs by John Stalker and George Parker.
Height 28 1/4 x width 21 x depth 21 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Small repairs and infill to the stringing. The decoration largely intact and vivid. Shrinkage around checkerboard frame. Minor cracking on the frieze and plinth.
Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.
Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.
Provenance
Provenance:
Kenneth Neame, London, 29 May 1987 (with invoice)