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A LOUIS XIV STYLE GILT BRONZE-MOUNTED BRASS AND TORTOISESHELL-INLAID EBONIZED CABINET 19th century, incorporating some 18th-century elements
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- tortoiseshell, brass, bronze, oak
- height 39 1/2 in.; width 28 in.; depth 19 1/4 in.
- 100.5 cm; 71.5 cm; 49 cm
Condition
The drawers rerduced in depth and early 18th century, now lacking ormolu mounts; originally probably parts of a bureau. With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Ebonized areas with cracks, chips and abrasions; most cracks to top and to right side. Top with glue residue. Tortoiseshell with small chips, cracks, patches, infill and some further restorations; mostly to drawer fronts. Some areas with faux tortoiseshell. Some lifting, dents and oxidaiton to brass inlay. Gilt bronze mounts with some oxidation and surface dirt. In sound 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.