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A North German carved oak cylinder bureau, in the manner of Clemens Lipper, probably Osnabrück third quarter 18th century
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- pine
- 109cm. high, 115cm. wide, 59.5cm. deep; 3ft.6½in., 3ft.8¾in., 1ft.11in.
Condition
There are some minor restaurations to the moulding beneath the roll top. The drawers have been ebonized internally.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Comparative Literature:
H.Kreisel, Die kunst des deutschen möbels, Münich, 1968, plates 88-90 and 87.
This cylinder bureau with its neo-classical drapery, medallions and ribbon-tied roundel on the side is reminiscent of the designs of Clemens Lipper, who was active in the last quarter of the 18th century. Kreisel, op. cit., plates 88-90, illustrates designs by him for furniture conceived in a similar vein, one of which has a similar roundel on the side.
H.Kreisel, Die kunst des deutschen möbels, Münich, 1968, plates 88-90 and 87.
This cylinder bureau with its neo-classical drapery, medallions and ribbon-tied roundel on the side is reminiscent of the designs of Clemens Lipper, who was active in the last quarter of the 18th century. Kreisel, op. cit., plates 88-90, illustrates designs by him for furniture conceived in a similar vein, one of which has a similar roundel on the side.
Clemens Lipper (1742-1813) was a Catholic priest and an architect. His designs of which many are kept in the Landesmuseum Münster were often executed by cabinet makers.