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AN AMERICAN RENAISSANCE GREEK REVIVAL GILT BRONZE MOUNTED EBONIZED AND PARCEL GILT VITRINE CABINET possibly New York, circa 1880
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- ebonized wood, gilt bronze
- height 47 1/2 in.; width 56 in.; depth 22 in.
- 120.65 cm; 142.2 cm; 55.9 cm
all sides fitted with beveled glass, the front door flanked by columns with painted laurel swags and Grecian busts, opening to a mirrored interior with three glass shelves
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places. Extensive scratches inside the cabinet from placing glass shelves. The frieze extends 2.5 inches deeper than the back of the cabinet, leaving a gap should it be placed up against the wall.
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.