- 898
A kingwood, tulipwood and floral marquetry commode, stamped J. Lapie JME, early Louis XV, circa 1740
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- kingwood, tulipwood, marble, gilt-bronze
- 85cm. high, 130cm. wide, 65cm. deep; 2ft 9½in., 4ft 3¼in., 2ft 1½in.
of serpentine bombe form with a moulded mottled black and white fossilised marble top above two concave fronted drawers flanking a narrow drawer above two long drawers inlaid with reserves of floral sprays with herringbone veneered sides, with later gilt-bronze mounts through out cast with scrolls, flowers and foliage; restorations
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. The marble top has been restored where it has broken in the past and has a medium sized chip to the front edge and also to the front right corner which are not too noticeable due to the mottling of the marble. The mounts are later replacements. The veneer has been substantially restored with a loss of detail to the engraving and various age cracks. The commode has been repolished.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Jean Lapie received Master 1762