Lot 185
  • 185

Encoignure en acajou d'époque Louis XVI, estampillée N. PETIT

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • estampillée N. PETIT
  • Haut. 89 cm, larg. (un côté) 55 cm
  • Height 35 in; width (one side) 21 2/3 in
ouvrant à un tiroir et un vantail, les montants en pilastres cannelés à asperges, reposant sur des petits pieds fuselés à chapiteaux de bronze ; dessus de marbre blanc veiné à galerie

Condition

Illustration is accurate. Good overall condition. Old cracks now restored. Scratches to the marble top. Possibly with bronzes added at some stage and now removed. Elegant model.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Nicolas Petit, ébéniste reçu maître en 1761