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A LOUIS XV/XVI TRANSITIONAL ORMOLU-MOUNTED TULIPWOOD, AMARANTH AND PARQUETRY CHIFFONNIÈRE circa 1770, stamped P. Mantel JME
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Pierre Mantel (d. 1802), maître in 1766
- marble, oak, amaranth, tulipwood, bronze
- height 59 1/2 in.; width 39 in.; depth 20 in.
- 151.5 cm; 99 cm; 51 cm
Condition
Matble top probably original, now with small chips and abrasions. With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Sides with restored larger contruction cracks where sides joined to front and back. Veneer with buckling, lifting and restorations. Sosses to veneer throughout with some pieces present, most in areas of aforementioned construction cracks to sides. Mounts lacking some nails and screws and now loose in areas. Ormolu with some rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt. In otherwise good conditon.
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.