Meuble à deux corps en noyer dans le goût d'Hugues Sambin, seconde moitié du XVIe siècle

de forme architecturée ; en partie haute ouvrant par deux vantaux ornés de personnages peints en camaïeu doré flanqués de pilastres et sommés de frontons brisés ; les vantaux encadrés de termes ; en partie basse ouvrant par deux tiroirs et deux vantaux ornés de médaillons peints en camaïeu doré représentant une femme allaitant des enfants et une femme et un vieillard ; les vantaux encadrés de termes ; le tout reposant sur cinq pieds ; une peinture portant la date de 1586 ; (traces de trous de vers et restaurations)

The catalogue illustration is accurate. Good overall condition despite inevitable replacements and missing which are consistent to age and handling. Traces of old woodworm in places and some losses, especially on the moulding of lateral and sides. The top and the upper moulding are later. The feet and lower moulding are later. The interior of the lower part has been reinforced with later wooden blocks. Minor chips to the right upper painted panel. Locks are later.
"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."