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A LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED AMARANTH, TULIPWOOD AND BOIS DE BOUT FOLIATE MARQUETRY BUREAU PLAT IN THE MANNER OF BERNARD VAN RISENBURGH France, late 19th/early 20th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- kingwood, gilt bronze
- height 29 3/4 in.; width 50 1/2 in.; depth 26 3/4 in.
- 75.5 cm; 128.5 cm; 68 cm
fitted with a brown gilt-tooled leather writing surface, the frieze fitted with three drawers.
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor nicks, chips and dents to carcass and veneer consistent with age. The amaranth with color consistent with sun fading, beneath the bronze mounts shows its original red color. Tarnishing to gilt bronze with extensive scratches and wear to moulded bronze edge. The leather top with extensive scratches, dents and circular stains. Very good quality of casting.
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.