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A fine Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted white marble fireplace surround Paris, circa 1880
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- height 45 3/4 in.; width 70 in.; depth 17 in
- 116.5 cm; 178 cm; 43 cm
Condition
Overall good condition; minor scratches and stains to the lintel with small chip and minor wear to edges; canted scrolled left support with chips to edges; left and right side panels with minor stains and marks; each canted support with remnants of old adhesive probably from packing tape; gilt-bronze in good condition with areas of dirt minor tarnishing and pitting; the color of the gilt bronze is less green than in the catalogue illustration.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.