Lot 73
  • 73

Bureau plat en bois noirci d'époque Régence

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 EUR
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Description

  • Haut. 79 cm, larg. 163 cm, prof. 80 cm
  • Height 31 in ; width 64 1/4 in ; depth 31 1/2 in
le plateau de forme rectangulaire gainé de cuir havane ; ouvrant à trois tiroirs en ceinture; ornementation de bronzes ciselés et redorés : masques, chutes, entrées de serrure et sabots

Provenance

Galerie Aveline, Jean-Marie Rossi, Paris

Condition

Good restored condition. Bronzes regilt (probably only varnished originally). Black paint extensively retouched. Leather top redone. Large and fine design: different level between the side drawers and the central drawer which gives depth.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

On retrouve ce type de chute à tête de femme sur un certain nombre de commodes notamment réalisées par l'ébeniste Etienne Doirat dans les années 1720.