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A FINE LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MAHOGANY, EBONY, FRUITWOOD MARQUETRY AND PARQUETRY MEUBLE À HAUTEUR D'APPUI Paris, late 19th century
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ebony, mahogany, fruitwoods, marble, bronze
- height 44 1/2 in.; width 71 in.; depth 20 1/4 in.
- 113 cm;
surmounted by a thick molded brèche violette marble top, fitted with three doors opening to two long shelves.
Condition
The manufacture of this cabinet is good and the scale is impressive. The thick breche violette marble top with minor scratches consistent with use and age with very minute chips to edges. The gold to the bronze is present and the mounts are well chased and cast. We believe that the twisted feet are later replacements. Overall in good and fair condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing, dirt and wear to gilt bronze in places.
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.