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A Mid German brass-mounted walnut and fruitwood parquetry bureau-cabinet Baroque, mid 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 232cm. high, 102cm. wide, 64cm. deep.
banded overall, the broken arched cornice above a pair of panelled doors and a hinged slope, enclosing a fitted interior with six drawers and two open compartments, above three shaped drawers, on bracket feet
Condition
The overall condition is reasonably good. There are the inevitable minor dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. The drawers to the interior probably later, remounted. Two verticl shrinkge cracks to the hinged slope. Minor hairline cracks to the veneers. Minor traces of old woodworm. Losses and loose veneers. Shrinkage cracks to the veneered doors.
"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."
"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."