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A bois satiné kingwood, tulipwood marquetry and parquetry commode Louis XV/XVI Transitional, circa 1775, remounted
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- satinwood, marquetry, marble, gilt-bronze and oak
- 85cm. high, 131cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 2ft. 9½in., 4ft. 3½in., 2ft.
of breakfront form, with associated mottled green marble top, the frieze inlaid with flowerhead trellis and containing three drawers, the two lower drawers centred by a musical trophy flanked by parquetry panels, the ends also with parquetry, on short cabriole legs with sabot, restorations
Condition
In restored condition. The top with minor chips to the edge. The veneer with some lifting in places. Some small areas of patching to veneers. Re-polished and some of the line decoration to the marquetry may be later. Evidence of worm to the reverse and carcase of the piece. Mounts and handles 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."