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A LOUIS XV ORMOLU-MOUNTED KINGWOOD PARQUETRY BUREAU PLAT circa 1735, remounted
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- leather, bronze, kingwood, oak
- height 31 in.; 58 in.; depth 29 in.
- 79 cm; 147.5 cm; 74 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Old worm damage to underside resulting in some losses to wood of apron. Veneer with scattered minor restorations, patches, lifting, buckling and small scattered losses. Remounted, mounts with some rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt. One mount detached but present. Leather inlay later. 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.