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A fine Russian Neoclassical ormolu, brass and alabaster-mounted mahogany secrétaire à abattant, circle of Heinrich Gambs circa 1800, possibly Berlin
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, alabaster, bronze, brass
- height 70 in.; width 43 3/4 in.; depth 20 1/2 in.
- 178 cm; 111 cm; 52 cm
Provenance
Sold Sotheby's New York, April 13, 1991, lot 132.
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks. Minor loss to veneer to right side of top section at back. Ormolu mounts with rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt, most to masks of roundels. Left roundel lacking one bead, right roundel with break to ormolu ring. Brass inlay with a few scattered dents, surface dirt and some oxidation, not extensive. In good overall 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.