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A Louis XV style ormolu-mounted kingwood and tulipwood commode bearing the stamp P. Roussel JME
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- tulipwood, kingwood, ormolu, oak, marble
- height 33 3/4 in.; width 56 1/4 in.; depth 23 in.
- 86 cm; 143 cm; 48.5 cm
Condition
Marble top with chips to edges and some restored breaks, visible on underside. Veneer with age cracks, infill, and buckling especially to bottom of lower drawer possibly due to old water damage. Minor restorations to veneers mostly to insides of legs and bottom of apron. Small loss to proper right chute; all ormolu mounts 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.