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A LOUIS XVI KINGWOOD, SYCAMORE, FRUITWOOD AND MARQUETRY SECRÉTAIRE adapted, stamped J. Dautriche
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jacques van Oostenrijk dit Dautriche (d. 1778), maître in 1765
- sycamore, fruitwood, oak, kingwood
- height 56 1/2 in.; width 38 1/2 in.; depth 15 in.
- 143.5 cm; 98 cm; 38.5 cm
Condition
Adapted from a secretaire a abattant, with upper cupboard doors probably originally the fall front. With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Veneer and marquetry with age and construction cracks; most now restored. Scattered areas of infills, small patches and restorations. Reginished. Reverse of upper doors reveneered. Back and bottom shelf of top section's interior drilled. Lacking mounts of top drawer and doors. 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.