Lot 31
  • 31

A RÉGENCE ORMOLU-MOUNTED KINGWOOD BUREAU PLAT, IN THE MANNER OF ANDRÉ-CHARLES BOULLE

Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description

  • oak, tulipwood, bronze, leather
  • height 32 1/4 in.; width 78 in.; depth 39 in.
  • 82 cm; 198.5 cm; 99.5 cm
Adapted, remounted.

Condition

Apron reshaped; originally centers of front and back flush with the rest of apron. With some age and construction cracks and abrasions; not extensive, largest age cracks to underside with largest crack approximately 3mm. wide. Underside with old worm damage. Reveneered, veneer now with minor chips and restorations; not extensive. Refinished. Remounted, mounts with a few minor casting cracks and holes; not extensive. Minor rubbing and traces of oxidation to mounts. Leather of top later.
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.