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A LOUIS XV ORMOLU-MOUNTED AMARANTH TABLE À ÉCRIRE circa 1750, stamped twice Hansen JME
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Hubert Hansen (d.1756), maître in 1747
- oak, amaranth, bronze
- height 27 in.; width 17 1/4 in.; depth 13 in.
- 69 cm; 44 cm; 33 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions; not extensive. Restorations and small infill to veneer and central marquetry inlay; most to areas of age cracks and minor losses, not extensive. Underside with restored large age crack. Mounts with some light rubbing at edges. Previously with stretcher as indicated by restorations to veneer on legs. Top with fading, center with considerably less fading due to object being placed on table for an extensive perdiod. Refinished. 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.