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A Classical and Figured Mahogany and Maple and Ivory and Ormolu Mounted Work Table, possibly Michel Bouvier (1792-1874), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1815
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Mahogany and ivory
- Height 29 1/2 in. by Width 20 in. by Depth 15 in.
Condition
Secondary wood is Poplar, White Pine and Cederla.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a very closely related example please see Beatrice B. Garvan, Federal Philadelphia 1785-1825: The Athens of the Western World, (Philadelphia: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 1987), p. 34, pl 7.