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A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted amaranth and sycamore trellis parquetry and fruitwood marquetry commode in the manner of Jean-Henri Riesener Paris, circa 1875
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- amarath, sycamore, bronze, marble
- height 38 3/4 in.; width 57 3/4 in.; depth 24 1/4 in.
- 98.5 cm; 146.5 cm; 61.5 cm
surmounted by a Sarrancolin Espagnol marble top, fitted with three frieze drawers and a large cupboard door opening to one shelf. One corner chute has been removed to reveal the STO stamp from the bronze master model.
Condition
Overall very good condition; the marble top with the usual minor chips and wear to edges and with light surface scratches; appears to have an old repaired break to the right side with some infilling; the right side panel with two large chips to veneer of one banding; the veneers in good condition with usual minor nicks and scratches overall; gilt-bronze flowerhead and wreath top upper left corner of door loose but present and in need of new pins to attached.
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.