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Lot 294
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Gervais-Maximilien-Eugène Durand 1839 - 1920 A LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MAHOGANY, SATINÉ AND BOIS DE BOUT MARQUETRY VITRINE TABLE Paris, circa 1880

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gervais-Maximilien-Eugène Durand
  • mahogany, satine, bronze
  • height 30 1/2 in.; length 31 1/2 in.; width 22 in.
  • 77.5 cm; 80 cm; 56 cm
the hinged glazed top opening to a velvet-lined interior, the carcass stamped to the underside G. DURAND.

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.
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.

Catalogue Note

For a note on the cabinetmaker Durand please see lot 137 in the present sale.