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A Louis XVI ormolu-mounted mahogany, kingwood and fruitwood parquetry commode circa 1775, stamped J. Birckle
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Jacques Bircklé (1734-1803), maître in 1764
- bronze, marble, mahogany, kingwood, fruitwood
- height 36 in.; width 51 in.; depth 23 in.
- 91.5 cm; 129.5 cm; 58.5 cm
Condition
With age and construction cracks and some small infills to veneer. With signs of old worm damage. Marble top with some chips and small losses. Mounts with rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt. ONe inside shelf broken. 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.