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A small Louis XVI ormolu-mounted, mahogany traveling secrétaire circa 1785
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 41 1/2 in.; width 20 1/2 in.; depth 11 1/4 in.
- 105.5 cm; 52 cm; 28.5 cm
with an independent slant-front writing compartment bearing a three-quarter gallery and marble top which hooks to the body consisting of a two-tiered console, the top fitted with a marble plaque, the back with an adjustable screen, on toupie feet, terminating in brass castors.
Condition
Hairline crack to the marble surface of the movable slant-front writing cabinet. Minor marks to the mahogany surface beneath. Minor hairline cracks to the fall-front, with minor dents and scratches to its sides and brass molding. Minor dents and surface marks to the supports. In otherwise very 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.
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.