A gilt-bronze mounted rosewood, coromandel, fruitwood, satinwood marquetry and parquetry meuble d'appui Louis XVI style, 19th century

with reddish-white veined marble top above one door depicting a flower vase, geometrically inlaid concave corners and sides inlaid with banding

In overall reasonably good condition, with the inevitable minor dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. Minor rimfrittings to the marble top and one minor infill. One larger chip to the back of the marble top, hardly visible. Overall with minor restorations to the veneers and with very minor losses to the veneers of the upper moulding, just below the top. The door associated and with hairline cracks to the varnished surface.
"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."