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A Régence ormolu-mounted Boulle marquetry bureau plat circa 1710, the legs of later date
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- oak, bronze, leather, brass, tortoiseshell
- height 31 in.; width 70 1/2 in.; depth 34 1/2 in.
- 79 cm; 179 cm; 88 cm
Condition
Originally probably a bureau mazarin. Current legs later, 18/19th century. With scattered age and construction cracks. Boulle marquetry with restaurations, infills and losses to tortoiseshell, with the largest loss being approximately 2in. by 1in. on left side. Brass with minor lifting in areas at around central drawer; not extensive. With later lacquer finish to stabilize surface. Ormolu with some rubbing, traces of oxidtion and surface dirt. Leather top replaced and now with signs of age; rubbing, abrasions and dirt. In sound 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.