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A Karl XIV Johan Neoclassical ormolu-mounted mahogany commode-secrétaire Circa 1820
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany, pine, bronze, ivory
- height 37 in.; width 43 1/2 in.; depth 21 1/4 in.
- 94 cm; 110.5 cm; 54 cm.
One drawer with the label D:Schfbom/ Snickare och Schatoullmakare/ i STOCKHOLM.
Provenance
Ariane Dandois, Sotheby's New York, October 26, 2007, lot 316.
Condition
In good restored condition; with scattered age and construction cracks; dents and abrasions; mahogany with fine cracks, chips, a few patches; minor chips to gesso; refinished with later clear varnish now buckling and slightly hazed in areas. One handle replaced.
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.