Gustave Serrurier-Bovy, 1858 - 1910

de forme rectangulaire, en padouk, ouvrant en ceinture par un tiroir aux poignées en laiton martelé et cabochons en émail vert, le plateau surmonté d'un gradin grillagé, quatre pieds reliés par une tablette formant entretoise

Jacques-Grégoire Watelet, Gustave Serrurier-Bovy, éd. Atelier Vokaer, Bruxelles, 1986, p.49, pour un modèle proche

Bon état général. Rayures sur l'ensemble de la surface, d'usage, légère décoloration du bois par endroits, plus marquée sur le pied avant droit,petits chocs aux arrêtes du piétement, d'usage sur le plateau quelques petites traces d'eau. Pour plus de renseignements, n'hésitez pas à contacter le département au numéro de téléphone suivant : +33.1.53.05.52.81 Good overall condition. Some scratches all over the surface, a few stains to the top (humidity). Slight decoloration of the wood at a few places, particularly along the right front foot. A few knocks along the edges of the feet, all consistent to normal use and age. For more information, please contact the department at the following number +33.1.53.05.52.81
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.
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