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A fine pair of Gustav III ormolu mounted tulipwood and rosewood parquetry commodes attributed to Niclas Korp, Sweden, circa 1780
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- height 33 1/2 in.; width 46 1/4 in.; depth 22 1/4 in.
- 85.1 cm; 117.5 cm; 56.5 cm
one with a secrétaire drawer.
Condition
Minor rubbing to the ormolu mounts with minor restorations to the parquetry veneer. The top drawer of one of the commodes is now to become a fall front and the sides appear to be later replacesments.
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 secrétaire signed Niclas Korp with identical marquetry is illustrated, Torsten Sylvén, Mästarnas Möbler Stockholmmsarbeten 1700-1850, Nordstedts, Stockholm, 1996, p. 215.