A fine Italian walnut and parquetry cupboard, Venetian circa 1730

with a crossbanded serpentine top above two doors inlaid with trelliswork reserves, opening to reveal two conforming drawers, above a later shelf flanked by a door opening to reveal a further shelf, on bracket feet

Ongaro, Via S. Andrea, Milan.

In otherwise good conserved condition. The nails securing the top to the carcass are protruding slightly. Some very minor patches to the top which are slightly lighter in colour. Old marks, chips, scratches and staining especially to the top. There are signs of masking tape residue, which can easily be cleaned off. Good patina. The internal drawers have been varnished and are lacking their handles which now have tassels. Lockplate and hinges possibly later replacements. There is evidence of a previous shelf in the side recesses. The rear feet have later blocks to strengthen. Evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Giuseppe Morazzoni, Il Mobile Veneziano del'700, ed. Görlich, Milan, 1958,  fig. CCCXXI, for a larger cupboard with a very similar trelliswork cartouche, in the Tullio Silva collection, Milan.