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A Portuguese Baroque ormolu-mounted, ivory-inlaid, polychrome-painted ebony cabinet on stand the cabinet late 17th century, the stand later
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ebony, ivory, glass, bronze
- height 67 1/2 in.; width 33 in.; depth 19 in.
- 171.5 cm; 84 cm; 48.5 cm
Condition
With dents, abrasions, scattered age and construction cracks; most cracks and mionor restorations to ebony on sides of cabinet. Ebonized base with rubbing, cracks, dents and some old worm damage; not extrensive. Ivory with fine age cracks. Painted decoration of interior with minor losses. Ormolu with rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt. Ormolu gallery later. Mirror plates with foxing, glass in doors replaced. In good overall condition.
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.