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A Louis XV/XVI transitional ormolu-mounted, mother-of-pearl and ivory-inlaid tulipwood, amaranth, fruitwood and marquetry commode circa 1785, stamped twice J. A. Artzt
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Jean-André Artzt (1750-1816), maître in 1785
- amaranth, tulipwood, oak, fruitwood, marble, bronze, ivory, mother-of-pearl
- height 35 1/4 in.; width 51 1/4 in.; depth 23 3/4 in.
- 89.5 cm; 131 cm; 60.5 cm
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Provenance
Collection of Viscount Emlyn, Sotheby's London, May 19, 1967, lot 217
Sotheby's New York, May 7, 1983, lot 203
Sotheby's New York, May 7, 1983, lot 203
Condition
Marble top with restored breaks and some abrasions and minor chips. with scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Some small losses to veneer and marquetry; most to drawers with largest losses being to narrow strips of veneer on upper drawer as visible in illustration. Marquetry with some buckling and lifting in areas; most to proper left side. Ormolu with some rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt.
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.