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An Empire style gilt-bronze and mahogany center table after the celebrated model by Georges-Alphonse Jacob-Desmalter Paris, circa 1895
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- bronze, mahogany, marble
- height 32 3/4 in.; width 49 1/2 in.; depth 27 1/2 in.
- 83.5 cm; 126 cm; 70 cm
surmounted by a veined green marble top, the underside with two stencilled stamps for ALTMAN GALLERIES/AG and numbered 2141.
Condition
Overall in fair condition with tarnishing to gilt bronze, mostly to high relief of drapery and feet of figures. The marble top is a later replacement. Distress to veneers with bruises, dents, nicks and minor losses/chips around the base. The table is sturdy.
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.
Catalogue Note
The present lot is based upon the magnificent model by Georges-Alphonse Jacob-Desmalter (d. 1870) which he made for the bedroom of Caroline Murat and was later used by Emperor Napoléon I, in the Palais de l'Elysée in Paris in 1808. Georges-Alphonse was a student of the famous designer Jacques Percier.