Lot 707 , A 19th century Maltese olive wood marble top drum table, W.2ft 1.25in.
A 19th century Maltese olive wood marble top drum table, the shaped grey inset marble top inscribed 'Carthago', with four frieze drawers between dummy drawers, on a tripartite shaped central column with platform base and lion paw feet, W.2ft 1.25in.
Estimate £100-150
Generally average, unrestored condition, sections of veneer missing from around border of top. 4 of the turned drawer handles missing from around frieze. Minor areas of old worm damage in places. Generally faded with minor shrinkage splits to veneers. Overall average and in need of attention.
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Sold for £1,500