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A Napoleon III carved giltwood console Paris, circa 1875
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- height 34 in.; width 6 ft. 7 in.; depth 21 1/2 in.
- 86 cm; 200.5 cm; 54.5 cm
surmounted by a serpentine and molded brèche violette marble top, raised on c-scrolled supports headed by female busts, the stretcher centered by two seated putti joined by a floral swag.
Condition
The original marble top with the usual minor scratches to surface and with minor chips to edges. The console with dents and chips consistent with age and use. Construction cracks to each support at the frieze and there is a triangular shaped loss of 1 in. x 1 in. to the left hand side of the left front bust. The gilding original and now showing gesso and brown undercoat in places.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.