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An Italian neoclassical ormolu-mounted and brass-inlaid mahogany guéridon Venice, second quarter 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- height 31 1/4 in.; diameter 20 1/2 in.
- 79 cm; 52 cm
the associated specimen marble top centered by a scagliola Sicilian triskelion.
Literature
Maurizio Agnelli, Mobili Italiani dell' Ottocento, Milano, 1991, illustrated p. 69, with plain marble top.
Condition
Old restorations with lifting and losses to the painted varnish layer around the Triskelion with further marks to the varnish of the specimen marble top. Filled hairline cracks to the apron and restorations. Restorations to veneer at the base. Minor dents to brass mounts and banding. In overall good condition.
This lot will be offered without reserve.
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.
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.