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A large Empire ormolu-mounted mahogany and ebonized bibliothèque circa 1810
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany, bronze, glass
- height 114 1/4 in.; width 68 in.; depth 24 1/4 in.
- 290.5 cm; 173 cm; 61.5 cm
Provenance
Didier Aaron & Cie., Paris, 1989
Condition
With age and construction cracks, with the two largest, approximately 20in., cracks running vertically on each side. Some scattered cracks and lifting to veneer. Ormolu mounts with some rubbing and traces of oxidation. Some abrasions to ebonized surfaces. Some losses to ebonized molding. 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.