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A gilt-bronze-mounted burlwood dressing table France, early 20th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- burlwood, gilt bronze
- height 68 in.; width 49 in.; depth 24 in.
- 173 cm; 125 cm; 61 cm
fitted with a swivelling oval mirror, the table with three frieze drawers
Condition
Overall in fair condition, the burlwood veneer showing light hairline cracks and a filler of about 1/2 an inch above the central drawer. The knob of the central drawer is a later replacement. The pine-cone finial of the rod attaching the mirror to the table show no traces of gilding, implying that they could be a later replacement. The twin light candelabras are electrified. A sabot is lacking to the proper right-hand back side leg.
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.