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A TRANSITIONAL GILT BRONZE MOUNTED TULIPWOOD VITRINE CABINET BY FRANÇOIS REIZELL Paris, the cabinet formerly a secrétaire à abattant and circa 1760s, the mounts 2nd half 19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- tulipwood, other woods
- height 80 in; width 41 3/4 in.; depth 15 1/4 in.
- 203 cm; 106 cm; 38.5
in two sections, the upper part with two glazed doors opening to one shelf, the lower section with two cupboard doors opening to one shelf and a configuration of vertical compartments, the carcass stamped twice F. REIZELL.
Condition
Overall in good condition. The veneers with the usual minor scratches, nicks. Some loss to veneer on the canted corners and related restoration. The front with one replacement of section of veneer and one crack. All doors and side panels showing veneer restorations and horizontal and vertical cracks. The gilt bronze mounts are of good quality and with their original gilding. The mount to lower apron is lacking.
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.