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A gilt-bronze-mounted red and gilt vernis martin sécretaire à abattant stamped Delorme Louis XV, mid 18th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- red lacquer, pine
- 117cm. high, 79cm. wide, 46cm. deep; 3ft. 10in., 2ft. 7in., 1ft. 6in.
with a brèche d'alep marble top and a fitted interior
Condition
Good condition. One small chip to a "petal" on one side. Much of the decoration has been re-touched and refreshed. A very striking piece.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Adrien Delorme's date of birth is unknown but it is recorded that he was received Master in 1748 and was active until 1783. He came from a family of ébénistes and was the eldest son of François Faizelot-Delorme (1691-1768), who was based in the rue Tiquetonne and specialised in the production of furniture in Chinese lacquer or imitation lacquer namely vernis Martin.
See catalogue note at Sothebys.com