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A MONUMENTAL NAPOLÉON III GILT BRONZE MOUNTED EBONY, ENGRAVED BRASS AND RED TORTOISESHELL BOULLE STYLE MARQUETRY MEUBLE À HAUTEUR D'APPUI Paris, circa 1870
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- tortoiseshell, ebony, bronze, brass
- height 9 ft. 2 in.; width 7 ft. 5 in.; depth 23 in.
- 279.5 cm; 226 cm; 58.5 cm
each Boulle style marquetry panel with designs in the manner of Jean Bérain, the cabinet surmounted by an arched mirror and fitted with three doors.
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places. Surface overall with hairline cracks consistent with age. The gilt bronze has been varnished. The top of the cabinet shows a thick layer of varnish and extensive restoration. Some minor lifting of brass in several places.
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.