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A gilt-bronze mounted ebony and lacquer buffet á deux corps Napoleon III, circa 1850
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Gilt-bronze, lacquer, pine, ebony and oak and brass
- 248.5cm. high, 147cm. wide, 64cm. deep; 8ft. 1¾in., 4ft. 10in., 2ft. 1in.
the lacquer panels from a screen and probably Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period (1736-1795)
Condition
In country house condition. There are losses to the gilt-metal mounts, the left door panel with a complete section of acanthus carved border lacking and a further length (approx 11cm) lacking from the same door. The ebony veneers distressed with cracks to the surface, losses of polish, small losses and seperations. The reused sections of lacquer are very distressed, there is bubbling, lifting, cracks, areas of repainting and losses notably around lock sites. This piece will benefit from some consolidation and workshop attention.
"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."