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A LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE AND SEVRES STYLE CERAMIC MOUNTED KINGWOOD AND TULIPWOOD CENTER TABLE most probably England, circa 1890's
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- kingwood, tulipwood, bronze, ceramic
- height 29 3/4 in.; width 41 in.; depth 26 3/4 in.
- 75.5 cm; 104 cm; 68 cm
surmounted by a gilt-tooled green leather writing surface, all four sides decorated with green and white ground porcelain plaques with flowers and puttis at play.
Condition
Overall in good condition. With the usual scratches, stains and dents to the leather top. The leather top shows light hairline cracks, as a result of tabletop shrinkage consistent with age. The veneers in good condition. The bronze has been cleaned.
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.