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A French gilt-bronze-mounted kingwood bed circa 1880
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt-bronze, kingwood, oak
- 138cm high, 147cm wide, 219cm long; 4ft. 6¼in., 4ft. 10in., 7ft. 2¼in.
in the Louis XV manner, with a quarter-veneered bombé arched headboard and footboard, on splayed feet, with gilt-bronze rocaille and foliate mounts throughout; mounts regilt
Provenance
Purchased by the present owner Sotheby's, London, 19th and 20th century furniture and Decorations, 16th April 1999, lot 276.
Condition
In overall very good conserved condition. Couple of miniscule sections of veneer missing from rear top of headboard which can easily be restored. This is only a bed frame-a base and mattress will have to be made. for it before use. There is a plywood base which is modern that comes with it.
"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."