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A Russian Neoclassical brass-mounted mahogany cylinder desk early 19th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- leather, mahogany, pine, brass, silk
- height 47 1/4 in.; width 42 1/2 in.; depth 27 in.
- 120 cm; 108 cm; 68.5 cm
Provenance
Didier Aaron, Paris
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, some dents and abrasions. Rolltop with restored cracks and fine breaks to mahogany. Top section rebacked. Underside with old worm damage. Leather inlay and silk inset later. Brass with small dents and some oxidation. Brass of rolltop probably later. Refinished.
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.
Catalogue Note
An almost identical desk was sold Ariane Dandois, Sotheby's New York, October 25, 2007, lot 304.