A transition style gilt-bronze mounted mahogany, kingwood and fruitwood marquetry commode in the style of Jean-François Oeben Paris, circa 1880

surmounted by a brèche verte de Serraveza marble top above three drawers.

The marble top with the usual minor scratches to the surface and chips to edges; the marble is original to the commode; slight tarnishing to the gilt-bronze but not extensive; extensive wear to molded edges of drawers and brass fillers to readed rounded corners of commode; the lower drawer lacking one pull-out handle; the other is lacking the handle and is available in the parts bag; restorations to veneer of lower edge of second drawer and to top edge of bottom drawer.
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.