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A French carved ivory table tray Dieppe, second half 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- ivory
- 7 3/4 in. x 11 1/4 in.
- 19.5 cm; 28.5 cm
the central oval panel depicting a bacchanalian scene with putti in the foreground and a castle in the background.
Condition
The rim is comprised of eight panels; all seem to have been remounted and restored with discoloration to the inpainted restoration; loss to scepter to lower right bottom panel; the inner rim with restorations to the ivory panels; the central plaque with a diagonal hairline age crack to the left side and with a small shim to a crack to the left edge; small chips, rubbing and wear to the ivory overall.
Please note this lot contains endangered material which may require a CITES permit to export. Please contact the department with any questions prior to sale.
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.