A Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted engraved brass, faux tortoiseshell and ebony boulle style marquetry bureau plat in the manner of the "Pagoda Master" Continental, mid-19th century

fitted with three frieze drawers and flanked with large Chinese figure bust-chutes to each corner, the top fitted with a black leather writing surface

Overall in good condition and presentation with the usual tarnishing to gilt bronze, scratches and dents to ebony veneer; To the proper right side and both corners one can notice to the top, restorations to the engraved brass inlay most probably due to former brass inlay lifting from the carcass also visible is some overpaint restoration; the bronze has been cleaned but not regilded. The leather top is a later replacement.
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.
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