Lot 60
  • 60

Rare gaine en bois de rose et amarante d'époque Louis XVI, estampillée L. MOREAU et JME

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • estampillée L. MOREAU et JME
  • Haut. 154 cm, larg. 51 cm, prof. 35,5 cm
  • Height 60 2/3 in; width 20 in; depth 14 in
à multiples décrochements et pans coupés incurvés, à filets de bois clair et bois teinté vert ; ornementation de bronze doré ; dessus de marbre brocatelle d'Espagne

Condition

Illustration is accurate. Overall good condition. Small losses to the marqueterie and to the gilt bronze. A giltbronze pearl decoration partly detached on the upper right side. Small patched restorations to the veneer on the left side. The base with chips, lifts and cracks. The upper part with holes filled in, probably corresponding to bronzes added at some stage. Very attractive and unusual design. Impressive piece of furniture. To recommend.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Louis Moreau, ébéniste reçu maître en 1764