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An Italian Baroque ivory-inlaid walnut, rosewood and marquetry bureau cabinet Veneto, circa 1730
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- ivory, walnut, rosewood, fruirwood, glass, metal
- height 8 ft. 7 in.; width 45 in.; depth 24 in.
- 262 cm; 114.5 cm; 61 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Scattered old worm damage; not extensive. With scattered losses to moulding at bottom of upper section. Marquetry with some buckling, minor lifting, restorations and small areas of infill. Ivory inlay with fine cracks and small restorations. Mirror plates replaced, and also possibly rebacked on doors. Partially remounted, mounts with oxidations, surfasce dirt and rubbing. In otherise good 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.