STAIR
Live Auction

Thursday Morning at Stair

Thu, Sep 29, 2022 11:00AM EDT
Lot 244

Victorian Painted Papier Maché and Ebonized Wood Tilt-Top Tripod Table

Estimate: $700 - $900
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

The top painted with an Italianate pastoral scene. 

29 1/4 x 26 3/4 in. diam.

Condition

The papier mache top has some large cracks and craquelure to its surface, including one crack across the lowest figures and another curved vertically up through the trees and across their tops. The edges are painted with scrolling gilded decoration which is rubbed back in places.  Repairs to the apron visible on the underside. The latch for the tilt top functions. The turned ebonized wood base in generally good condition although it has some separating of the joints where the legs meet the base. Structurally sound. Charming.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.