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A Restauration ormolu-mounted mahogany secrétaire à abattant circa 1820
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- leather, oak, bronze, mahogany
- height 56 in.; width 35 1/4 in.; depth 16 1/2 in.
- 142.5 cm; 89.5 cm; 42 cm
Condition
Wit some age and construction cracks; not extensive. Veneer with minor losses at edges, scuffs, scratches, age and construction cracks and some surface restorations. Ormolu with rubbing, some oxidation and surface dirt. Marble top later and now with minor chips and abraisons. In good condition.
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.