Lot 81
  • 81

An Empire style gilt-bronze mounted silk-upholstered mahogany settee Paris, circa 1890-95

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany, gilt-bronze
  • height overall 42 1/2 in.; length 5 ft. 4 in; depth 27 in.
  • 108 cm; 162.5 cm; 68.5 cm

Condition

Right armrest slightly loose and lacking the gilt-bronze mount to the back of right stile at covering the screw to the armrest; back left leg with some cracks to top at join with seat rail and with some separation, in need of restoration; palmette mount to front left leg slightly loose; gilt-bronze with some tarnishing and pitting, but retaining its original gilding; some chips, nicks and wear to the tops of the front legs, and to the edge of the apron and stiles; chips to edges of back feet.
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.