- 307
An English Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted kingwood bureau plat circa 1870
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze, wood, cow
- height 30 3/4 in.; width 51 in.; depth 29 in.
- 78 cm; 129.5 cm; 73.5 cm
gilt-tooled brown leather surface and fitted with three frieze drawers
Condition
Overall in fair condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Some bruising to leather top with scratches consistent with use. Extensive losses of veneer to the desk's righthand side apron. All legs have visible uplifting of veneer in many places with some losses. The top of the desk also has a loss of veneer to the top lefthand side corner. Mounts with the usual tarnishing to gilt bronze.
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.