Lot 31
  • 31

A GILT METAL AND GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MAHOGANY TRELLIS PARQUETRY AND VERNIS MARTIN DECORATED COMMODE À L'ANGLAISE First half 20th century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • mahogany, other woods, marble, glass
  • height 40 1/2 in.; width 62 in.; depth 16 1/2 in.
  • 103 cm; 157 cm; 42 cm
surmounted by a Cipolin Sanguins d'Oran marble top, the central cupboard door centered by an oval medallion decorated with a scène gallante and opening to one shelf, the glazed sides opening to a mirrored interior with one shelf.

Condition

Overall in fair condition. Craquelure and restoration to vernis Martin panels. The two vertical gilt bronze banding bordering the central door are of a different design and must be later replacements. The marble top was once broken in two, has been restored and is now showing a brown filler.
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.