- 948
An Italian Rococo Rosso Verona marble, tulipwood and amaranth parquetry commode circa 1770, Piedmont
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- The top with a barely legible inscription ... Grosso.
- tulipwood, amaranth, marble
- height 36 in.; width 49 in.; depth 25 in.
- 91.5 cm; 124.5 cm; 63.5 cm
Condition
Old restorations to the later marble with large chip to the front left side of the marble that is present and can be reattached. Significant losses ot the veneer, especially to the amaranth borders of the drawers and sides, right down to the legs. Loss to the right side of the left frieze drawers. Traces of old worm. Further losses to the sides. In need of professional restoration.
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.