Lot 309
  • 309

A GILT-BRONZE MOUNTED KINGWOOD BUREAU PLAT IN THE MANNER OF JACQUES DUBOIS FRANCE, CIRCA 1900

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • height 31 in.; width 54 in.; depth 30in.
  • 78.5cm; 137cm; 76cm
the serpentine top with claret gilt tooled leather writing surface, the frieze fitted with three drawers with Chinoiserie cast pull-out handles, on cabriole legs with foliate pierced chutes and scrolled feet. 

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. Some mounts will need to be tightened.
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.
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