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A LOUIS XV ORMOLU-MOUNTED BOIS SATINÉ, AMARANTH, FRUITWOOD AND MARQUETRY COMMODE circa 1760, stamped P. Garnier, partially remounted
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Pierre Garnier (c.1720-1800), maître in 1742
- oak, bois satine, fruitwood, amaranth, marble, bronze
- height 33 1/2 in.; width 45 1/2 in.; depth 26 in.
- 85.5 cm; 116 cm; 66 cm
Literature
C. Huchet de Quénetain, Pierre Garnier, Paris, 2003, pp. 120 and 185-186., no. 180
Condition
Marble top with restored breaks and some chips and abrasions. With scattered age construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Marquetry with age cracks, scattered infill and restorations. Veneer with minor losses, restorations and small patches; not extensive. Refinished. Left side with slightly more pronounced fading. Remounted, mounts with minor rubbing and oxidation, some now lacking nails and thus loose. 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.