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A South German Rococo walnut and fruitwood commode, Franconian circa 1760
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut, fruitwood, bronze
- 87cm. high, 139cm. wide, 57cm. deep; 2ft. 10in., 4ft. 6¾in., 1ft. 10½. in
with veneered marquetry decoration, banded and crossbanded overall, with two long drawers above carved shaped apron and carved carbiole legs ending on scroll feet
Condition
This commode has been restored in the past displaying a varnished surface. It has an open shrinking crack to top that has been repaired in the past with brackets on the underside. There are marks and scratches throughout and small losses to veneers in top drawer and between drawers. Apron has a repaired break and back feet broken and repaired. The brassware appears to be original. It does retain the escutcheon missing in the catalogue photo.
"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."