Lot 232
  • 232

A Louis XVI Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood, Amaranth and Marquetry Console Table, attributed to Charles Topino circa 1785

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marble, oak, amaranth, tulipwood, fruitwood, bronze
  • height 33 in.; width 44 in.; depth 18 in.
  • 84 cm; 112 cm; 46 cm

Provenance

Property from the Collection of Mrs. Lawrence Copley Thaw, Sr.,  sold Sotheby's New York, November 10, 2006, lot 81

Condition

Later marble top with restored breaks, abrasions and some chips. Scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Scattered cracks, losses and lifting to veneer and inlay; most losses to sides and most lifting to legs. Feet retipped and remounted. Lacking one small ormolu element on one side above wreath. Ormolu with oxidation and surface dirt. Originally with undertier. In fair 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.