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A matched pair of gilt-bronze-mounted mahogany demi-lune console desserte, one stamped I.B.Vassou JME Louis XVI, circa 1785
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany marble gilt-bronze oak
- one 89cm high, 128cm wide, 47cm deep; 2ft 10in., 4ft 2¼in., 1ft 6½in; the other 88cm high,128cm wide, 46cm deep; 2ft 10½in., 4ft 2 ¼., 1ft 7in
each with a white marble top above three drawers on fluted tapering legs with a shelf; restorations and differences in construction
Condition
In otherwise good conserved condition.The white marble tops have old minor marks, chips and scratches and are slightly dirty and would benefit from a light clean according to taste as would the gilt-bronzes. One marble top has quite several water marks. Very attractive mahogany veneer. The lockplate on one door needs repinning and the left door on the same piece cannot be opened. On one shelf there is a label "Lukacs - Demath antichita Roma - Via Veneto 183". The shelf on the other has been strengthened. The loops are ungilded which attach the handles. .
"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
Jean-Baptiste Vassou (1739-1807), received master in 1767. Vassou produced a wide range of furniture from his premises under the sign of 'La tête Noir'. In 1799, he moved to new premises on the rue Saint Antoine. Unlike many of his contemporaries Vassou thrived during the revolution.