Lot 335
  • 335

A near pair of Louis XVI gilt-bronze mounted pupleheart, satiné and kingwood marquetry table à écrire French, circa 1890, in the style of Jean-François Oeben

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • heights 28 1/2 in.; width 31 1/4 in.; depth 16 1/4 in.
  • 72.5 cm, 79.5 cm, 41.5 cm
both fitted with two side drawers and fronted by a writing slide, one with a black stencilled mark Gauweloose / Parara 150.?. 

Condition

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Usual tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places and wear to molded brass top edge. Traces of wear and dents to writing slides. One table has a loss to veneer to the bottom edge of approximately 2 inches by 1/2 inch.
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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