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A quarter veneered kingwood commode, indistinctly signed JME, J*G*SCHLICHTIG Louis XVI, last quarter 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- 76cm. high, 60cm. wide, 35cm. deep
with marble top above two drawers, on cabriole legs mounted with bronze sabots, damages
Literature
Jean Nicolay, l'Art et la maniere des maitres ebenistes Francais. Au XVIIIe siecle, Paris 1976, p. 434.
Condition
Front and each side with hairline cracks of dryness and traces of woodworm. Overall with old veneer restorations, wear, marks, dents and scratches to veneer due to age and use. Minor losses to veneer. Top drawer locked.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The German cabinet maker Jean-Georges Schlichtig received master in 1765 was specialized in luxurious and skilful marquetry work.