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A LOUIS XV ORMOLU-MOUNTED KINGWOOD, BOIS SATINÉ, TULIPWOOD AND PARQUETRY COMMODE circa 1745-49, stamped twice M. Criaerd, the ormolu struck with the "C" couronné poinçon
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Mathieu Criaerd (1689-1776), maître in 1738
- boise satine, oak, tulipwood, kingwood, marble, bronze
- height 34 1/4 in.; width 51 1/2 in.; depth 22 1/2 in.
- 87 cm; 131 cm; 57.5 cm
Provenance
Palais Galliera, Paris, November 29, 1973
Condition
MArble top with scattered minor chips and restored old breaks; mostly visible on reverse. Scattered age and construction cracks, dents an dabrasions. Parquetry with scattered construction and age craks; most extensive on left side. Parquetry and veneer with minor losses and some lifting; not extensive. Scattered small restorations and infills. Refinished. Mounts with some rubbing, minor oxidation and surface dirt. Top lock removed. In good 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 slightly smaller commode by Mathieu Criaerd with identical ormolu corner and drawer mounts and sabots but with small differences to the apron and its mount was sold Sotheby's London, June 25, 1982, lot 74.