Lot 269A
  • 269A

A Baltic or North-German mahogany, brass-banded, green and parcel-gilt painted secretaire à abattant Neoclassical, circa 1800

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • 163cm. high, 103cm. wide, 47cm. deep.
frieze drawer topped with bronze ball finials, above hinged fall front flanked by caryatids, above two brass banded panelled doors, claw feet

Condition

In overall good condition with the usual dents, marks and scratches due to use and age, some restored dryness cracks to top and sides, a few small veneer restorations, the gilding partly refreshed, right back leg with restoration and loss to the veneer, mounts partially associated.
"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."