Lot 287
  • 287

A Boulle style gilt-bronze mounted brass and red tortoiseshell centre writing table 2nd quarter 19th century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • gilt-bronze, brass, beech, pine, oak, tortoiseshell
  • 79cm. high, 77cm. wide, 53cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 2ft. 6¼in., 1ft. 9in.
in Louis XIV manner, with applied gilt-bronze mounts, the rectangular tooled leather inset top above a drawer, with a central blue tortoiseshell cartouche, opposed by a dummy, on square tapering legs joined by a stretcher

Condition

Very good overall condition. Ready to place.
"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.
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