a kingwood, rosewood, fruitwood, gilt-bronze and marquetry cupboard, stamped G. DURAND Napoleon III, circa 1880

the marble top above a panelled door, together with the panelled sides inlaid with flowers, enclosed by gilt-bronze cartouches, the door opening to a shelved interior, on cabriole feet

Stamped twice to the top beneath the marble, G. DURAND. The gilt-bronze banding a bit loose to front panels and left side, sides with few minor veneer losses and restorations, all over with minor scratching, minor veneer loss to center of upper front, with later gilt-bronze mounts. In overall good condition.
"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."