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An Austrian Neoclassical parcel-gilt and ebonized mahogany corner étagère Vienna, circa 1820
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze, pine, mahogany
- height 71 1/4 in.; depth 28 in.
- 181 cm; 71.5 cm
Condition
With some age and contruction cracks, abrasions, scratches and scuffs; not extensive. Giltwood with some restored breaks and some chips and losses; not extensive. Ebonized surfaces with refreshed decoration. Regilt. Gilt interior moulding of underside of top partially detached. Mirror with some small isolated areas of foxing and probably associated or later. Rebacked and refinished. In good overall 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
A guéridon with parcel-gilt and ebonized palm tree-form legs identical to the corner columns of this cabinet was sold The Collection of Gianni Versace, Sotheby's New York, April 5-7, 2001, lot 380.