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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.
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.