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Haentges Frères A PAIR OF LOUIS XIV GILT BRONZE MOUNTED KINGWOOD VITRINES Paris, circa 1895
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Haentges Frères
- bronze, glass, kingwood
- height 74 1/2 in.; width 45 1/2 in.; depth 16 3/4 in.
- 189.5 cm; 115.5 cm; 42.5 cm
each opening to a mirrored interior and two glass shelves, both cabinets with the metallic label inscribed AMEUBLEMENTS DE STYLE/Meubles, Sieges, Bronzes/HAENTGES FRERES FABRICANTS/6 et 9 Rue de Titon. PARIS, one bronze chute has been removed to reveal a stamp HAENTGES from the bronze master model.
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Retains original gilt bronze with some tarnishing. One vitrine with strong wear to top of mask located on bottom panels of doors. Losses to lip of door frame in upper corners due to opening and closing. Extensive sun damage to right side of one of the cabinets.
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.