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Alphonse Giroux fl. 1867 A finely decorated brass and mother of pearl inlaid stained fruitwood trunk France, late 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Alphonse Giroux
- fruitwood, brass, mother of pearl
- height 11 1/4 in.; width 24 in.; depth 17 in.
- 28.5 cm; 61 cm; 43 cm
opening to a green leather bound interior, the engraved brass lock signed Alph. Giroux & Cie à Paris
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use.
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.
Catalogue Note
This prestigious dealer was located at 7 rue du Coq-Saint-Honoré, and was in business from the Consulat period until the end of the Second Empire (1799-1870). The business was founded by François-Simon-Alphonse Giroux and continued by his sons, Alphonse-Gustave and André.