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A Louis XVI ormolu-mounted kingwood, fruitwood and marquetry commode circa 1775
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze, marble, oak, fruitwood, kingwood
- height 35 1/4 in.; width 49 1/4 in.; depth 24 1/2 in.
- 89.5 cm; 125.5 cm; 62.5 cm
Condition
Marble top modern. With scattered age and construction cracks, abrasions, dents, scuffs and scratches. Veneer and inlay with some losses and scattered lifting throughout. Veneer and inlay also with age cracks overal; particularly to sides. Scattered infill and restorations to surface. Corner mounts later, ormolu with oxidation and some surface dirt. Should enhance with restoration.
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.