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An Empire style ormolu-mounted mahogany cartonnier
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- height 87 1/2 in.; width 55 3/4 in.; depth 22 1/4 in.
- 222 cm; 141 cm; 56 cm
in two parts; with fourteen green leather-covered document boxes.
Condition
Minor marks and wear especially to the corners. The boxes are warped and worn in areas and are losing their pigmentation. Some are slightly tight in their compartments. Some wear to the lower section particularly where it meets the upper section. Minor hairline and age cracks consistent with age. In overall 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.
Catalogue Note
A comparable ormolu-mounted mahogany cartonnier was sold, Christie's, New York, October 30, 1993, lot 294.