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A pair of Iberian Rococo parcel-gilt, cream and light blue-decorated commodes circa 1760
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marble, pine
- height 36 1/2 in.; width 56 1/2 in.; depth 22 1/2 in.
- 93 cm; 143.5 cm; 57.5 cm
Condition
Tops with abrasions, small chips and one with restored breaks. Commodes with scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Largest cracks to front drawers and some smaller ones to sides. Gesso with cracks and some chips and losses; most to corners and edges. Decoration refreshed; most to gilding. Decoration with some rubbing, surface dirt and losses. Blue decoration has turned green-ish over time. Originally with drawer pulls. Top and back with old worm damage. Top drawer partially relined on front..
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.