A REGENCE STYLE NAPOLEON III GILT-BRONZE, RED TORTOISESHELL, BRASS AND EBONY BOULLE MARQUETRY WRITING DESK FRENCH, CIRCA 1875

of serpentine outline with gilt and red-tooled black leather writing surface within boulle marquetry banding, the frieze fitted with three drawers, the back with conforming decoration, both sides with bacchic masks.

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks consistent with age and use. Slight tarnishing to gilt-bronze, dirt and oxidation in some places.
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.