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A Northern European brass-mounted and inlaid mahogany bureau à cylindre circa 1790
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- height 49 in.; width 50 1/2 in.; depth 25 in.
- 124.5 cm; 128 cm; 63 cm
the roll-top opening to reveal a sliding, leather lined writing surface, the interior fitted with a shelf flanked on either side by a frieze drawers above four further frieze drawers above a long drawer flanked on either side by a drawer above a double tiered shelf flanked by open compartments.
Condition
One main horizontal hairline crack to the top with a stained restoration to the back left of the top. With old minor marks, chips, dents and scratches consistent with age. Some rubbing to the brass inlay with other minor restorations. Marks to the drawers. Interior in generally good condition.
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.