Lot 250
  • 250

An amaranth inlaid burr maple étagère Charles X, circa 1830

Estimate
3,500 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • 98cm. high, 66cm. wide, 35cm deep; 3ft.2½ in., 2ft.2¼in., 1ft.2in.
with a rectangular top above two shelves on turned lotus leaf carved columnar supports joined by cross stretchers centred by a roundel, with a drawer in the apron inlaid with scrolling foliage flanking a dummy drawer, on gadrooned feet and brass castors

Condition

Colour less orange and more natural and attractive than in the catalogue photographOld minor patch to the top . Some minor hairline cracks and splits and restorations to the veneer commensurate with age which can easily be left. 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."