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A GEORGE V GILT-BRONZE MOUNTED KINGWOOD, BURRWOOD AND SEVRES STYLE CERAMIC COMMODE CIRCA 1920
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 39 1/4 in.; width 65 1/2 in.; depth 15 1/4 in.
- 99.5 cm; 166.5 cm; 39 cm
the breakfronted d-shape mahogany top above two large cupboard doors opening to one shelf and flanked by three tiered etageres, the plaques painted with cloudborne putti at play.
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks consistent with age and use. Slight tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places. A large metalic u-shaped piece has been screwed to the back of the commode along its width, most probably to stop from bowing the piece. The mounts have been cleaned and remounted with nails and sometimes screws.
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.