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Surtout de table en bronze doré d'époque Empire, vers 1810, attribué à Pierre-Philippe Thomire
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- bronze
- Haut. 11 cm, long. 208 cm, larg. 69 cm
- Height 4 1/3 in; length 82 in; width 27 1/4 in
à deux tons d'or, composé de quatre éléments à fond de glace, la bordure ornée de guirlandes et rosaces stylisées en applique, reposant sur des pieds console ; (petits éléments manquants)
Condition
The illustration is accurate although the lot looks very small compare to the reality.
Nice gilding.
The top of the frieze was originally decorated with ornaments which are now missing.
The reverse has been fitted with later wooden blocks which can easily be removed.
"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."
"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."