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Paire de commodes à monture de bronze doré d'époque Régence ornées d'un vernis postérieur
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-bronze mounted painted wood
- Haut. 84 cm, larg. 130 cm, prof. 60,5 et 62 cm
- Height 33 in; width 51 in; depth 23 3/4 in and 24 1/2 in
la façade et les côtés décorés de rinceaux or sur fond noir, ouvrant à trois tiroirs ; riche ornementation de bronze doré : entrées de serrure, poignées et masques sur les côtés ; dessus de marbre rouge des Flandres
Condition
Illustration is quite accurate.
As said, decoration is of later date.
Traces of old woodworm damages.
Few cracks on the left side of the right commode.
Very nice mounts, gilding slightly tarnished and rubbed on the more exposed areas.
Slight difference of tone between the marble tops (with inevitable minor scratches and chips).
Highly decorative, very desirable.
"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."