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A Restauration ormolu-mounted mahogany leather-top bureau plat circa 1820
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, leather, bronze
- height 29 3/4 in.; width 55 3/4 in.; depth 29 in.
- 75.5 cm; 141.5 cm; 73.5 cm
with later escutcheons
Condition
With a later leather top with many surface abrasions, scratches and humidity stains. Age cracks to the veneers along the leather top with minor losses to the corners. Scratches and surface abrasions to the front drawers and sides. Sides each with a pull-out leather-lined writing surface, the back with false drawers. Age cracks to the supports, further cracks and scratches to the supports and similar wear with minor losses to veneer to the stretcher. In otherwise good condition.
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.