Lot 271
  • 271

Paul Sormani fl. circa 1847-1877 A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted mahogany, purpleheart and satinwood bureau plat Paris, circa 1880

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • paul sormani
  • height 30 in.; width 58 3/4 in.; depth 29 1/2 in.
  • 76 cm, 149.5 cm, 75 cm
signed PAUL / SORMANI / 10r Charlot Paris

Condition

Overall good original condition; later leather-lined top; chip to veneer of front right corner of top of frieze approximately 3 inches in length; small repaired cracks and inpainting to veneers to tops of frieze at corners beneath join with top; top of front left leg with lifting to veneer and with small chips; overall with some old scratches and scuffs.
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.
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