Lot 302
  • 302

A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted mahogany and kingwood parquetry demi-lune card table Paris, circa 1885

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany, bronze
  • height 31 1/2 in.; width 32 in.; depth 14 1/4 in.; depth open 28 1/2 in.
  • 80 cm; 81.3 cm; 36 cm; 72 cm
the hinged top opening to a green baize-lined surface, the back legs sliding back top support the open top.

Condition

Finely made; gilt-bronze of very high quality casting and chasing. Overall good condition; the top with wear and perishing to the finish with some dirty surface with some scratches and wear; the baize lining appears to be original; some white paint splatter to the back and to back gilt-bronze mounts and could be professionally cleaned. The gilt-bronze mounts retaining their original gilding and with areas of dirt and light rubbing and wear; legs with some bruises and nicks.
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.
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