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Cabinet en placage d'écaille rouge, ivoire, ébène, bois noirci et laiton doré, travail anversois du XVIIe siècle
Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- tortoiseshell and ivory
- Haut. 176 cm, larg. 140 cm, prof. 49 cm
- Height 69 1/3 in.; width 55 in., depth 19 1/4 in.
la facade architecturée ouvrant à quatorze tiroirs et deux vantaux découvrant dix tiroirs et un théâtre ; reposant sur un piètement en bois noirci d'époque postérieure
Provenance
Par tradition familiale, ce cabinet a été offert par Hélène Fourment (1614-1673), veuve du peintre Rubens, à sa fille Lucie, comtesse de Liedekerke, au château de Leefdael
Puis par descendance pendant trois siècles jusqu'à nos jours
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable minor scratches and marks due to age and use.
There are the usual restorations to the veneer and to the marquetry. Some ivory filets have been with wooden filets.
Possibly previously with a gallery on the top.
As stated in the catalogue description, the stand is later.
Ready to display.
"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."