Mathieu Béfort dit Béfort Jeune French, b. 1813 A pair of French gilt-bronze and pietre dure-mounted brass inlaid ebony cabinets the pietre dure, Florentine, mid 19th century, the cabinets, Napoleon III, circa 1870

Sotheby's London, November 10, 2015, lot 185

Each in overall very good, restored condition. The tops are likely replacements and have a few minor scratches and scuffs consistent with age and the placement of objects over time. The pietre dure appears to be complete with no signs of damage or loss. The gilt bronze is clean and bright, and the doors on both cabinets show very minor signs of vertical shrinkage cracks, these are more visible to the interior of the doors and slightly visible to the exterior.
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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