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A transitional style gilt bronze-mounted mahogany, amaranth and walnut parquetry bureau à cylindre France, late 19th/early 20th century, in the manner of Roger Vandercruse dit La Croix
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- gilt bronze, mahogany, burr wood, marble, cow leather
- height 41 in.; width 47 in.; depth 26 in.
- 104 cm; 119.5 cm; 66 cm
the cylinder opening to a gilt tooled brown leather writing surface beneath eight small drawers and a filing compartment, fitted with three frieze drawers
Literature
Pierre Kjellberg, Le Mobilier Français du XVIIIe Siècle, 2002, p. 785 for a related model
Condition
Overall in good condition and presentation with the usual minor hairline scratches and minute nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places also consistent with age and atmospheric conditions through the years. Traces of mildew to underside, which can be removed by cleaning. The bronze shows old varnish. The brass banding shows dried lacquer and pitting. 4 keys present, a fifth is present but broken.
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.