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A Baltic neoclassical ormolu-mounted mahogany and part ebonized bureau cabinet possibly North Germany, first quarter of 19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, pine, fruitwood, bronze, ivory, leather
- height 87 1/2 in.; width 47 1/4 in.; depth 23 in.
- 222.5 cm; 120 cm; 58.5 cm.
Provenance
Count and Countess Friedrich Heinrich Ernst Wrangel
By repute the 1st Duke of Wellington
By repute the 1st Duke of Wellington
Condition
Scattered age and construction cracks. Veneer very slightly buckling in areas, and with scattered small cracks, not extensive. Some scattered restorations and infills, refinished. Upper section with breaks and small losses to gallery, now lacking finials. Central part of upper section also lacking further elements from top. Lower section with dents and scratches to roll top, and small loss to roll top veneer. Tooled leather writing surface replaced. Mounts with oxidation and surface dirt. In good 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.