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An Austrian neoclassical parcel-gilt and ebonized walnut console table, attributed to Carl Beck Vienna, circa 1810
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- walnut, pine, glass, marble
- height 31 in.; width 39 in.; depth 18 3/4 in.
- 79 cm; 99 cm; 48 cm
Condition
Top possibly later. Mirror plater associated and rebacked and now with some foxing. Scattered minor restorations to veneer. Scattered small chips and abrasions to gesso. Decoration refreshed in ebonized areas. Probably regilt, gilding with some rubbing, losses and light surface dirt. 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.
Catalogue Note
Comparative Literature:
Wolfgang L. Eller, Möbel des Klassizismus, Louis XVI und Empire, Munich, 2002, pg. 80.
A comparable console table has been sold Sotheby's New York, October 1, 2010, lot 191.