Lot 318
  • 318

MERCIER FRERES fl. 1867 A fine gilt-bronze and Wedgwood jasperware-mounted kingwood, satiné and satinwood trellis parquetry bedroom suite Paris, circa 1880

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Mercier Freres
  • height of armoire 94 in.; width 56 in.; depth 21 3/4 in.
  • 238.7 cm, 142.2 cm, 55.5 cm
the armoire with a ivorine plaque engraved AMEUBLEMENTS DE STYLE/MERCIER FRERES/100 FAUBOURG ST.ANTOINE, 100/PARIS, the jasperware with the WEDGEWOOD/ENGLAND mark.

Condition

Overall good restored condition; the bed with two small shims between lines of construction of cresting rail and stiles to backrest; large triangular veneer patch to headboard which is darker in color than the other veneers (see photo); side panels with small losses to bandings at ends; top edge of left side panel re-veneered; top edge of right side panel with some small lifting and losses to veneers with inpainting; the armoire in good restored condition; top corners of doors with small veneer patches and inpainting; small losses to banded veneers to bottom right corner of apron.
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.