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A Louis XV ormolu-mounted kingwood, tulipwood and parquetry commode mid-18th century, stamped L. Rochette, mounts associated
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Laurent Rochette (b. 1723)
- ORMOLU, KINGWOOD, TULIPWOOD, PARQUETRY
- height 34 in.; width 38 1/4 in.; depth 22 1/2 in.
- 86.5 cm; 97 cm; 57 cm
Provenance
Property of a European Collector, sold Sotheby's New York, October 27, 2001, lot 176
Condition
In good restored condition. Marble appears to be original. Mounts associated. Both front legs missing about 4 inches of bottom of ormolu band running from chute to sabot. Various patches to veneer; some inpainting; restorations particularly to drawer fronts. Usual chips, age cracks, bruises, and scratches consistent with use and age. Gilt-bronze with some firing cracks and minor oxidation.
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.