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A North Italian walnut and fruitwood marquetry and parquetry commode Emilian, late 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Walnut, fruitwood and parquetry commode
- 97.5cm. high, 137cm. wide, 57.5cm. deep; 3ft. 2½in., 4ft. 6in., 1ft. 10¾in.
the top inlaid with two seated sphinxes, each drawer inlaid with roundels depicting peasants, travellers and moorish figures, handles replaced, the sides with conforming decoration, various paper labels to the back, one inscribed Sig. Sacerdot...
Condition
There is an old age crack to the left and the right side of the rectangular top, the front left leg has been broken and there a signs of several restoration attempts, old marks, chips, stains and small cracks throughout consistent with age and use, one key is broken.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."