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A French gilt-bronze-and 'Sèvres' style porcelain-mounted centre table Napoleon III, circa 1870
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- BEECH BRONZE PORCELAIN
- 82cm. high, 75cm. diameter; 2ft. 8¼in., 2ft. 5½in.
in Louis XVI manner, with applied gilt-metal mounts, the circular top with an inset Sèvres style plaque depicting frollicking putti within an engraved gilt-metal border with inset oval porcelain `Sèvres' style plaques depicting female courtiers of Louis XVI, on an ebonised base
Condition
This piece is generally in good order. It could benefit from cleaning. The smaller oval medallions are rather loose and need to be positioned carefully. Some minor old marks and scratches. Some mounts loose.
"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."