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Commode en marqueterie de fleurs, placage de bois de rose et monture de bronze doré d'époque Louis XV, vers 1770, estampillée F. RUBESTUCK
Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-bronze mounted marquetry and tulipwood
- Haut. 87 cm, larg. 117 cm, prof. 60,5 cm
- Height 34 1/4 in; width 46 in; depth 23 3/4 in
la façade à ressaut, le panneau central orné d'un trophée d'instruments de musique, ouvrant à cinq tiroirs sur trois rangs, reposant sur des pieds cambrés ; dessus de marbre Campan vert ; les deux tiroirs supérieurs latéraux ouvrant par des boutons poussoirs dissimulés par le tiroir central
Condition
Illustration is accurate.
Slight lifts to the veneer which has dried up a little.
Bronze mounts scarcely stained.
Marble top with inevitable scratches ; edge chips especially on the rear border.
Mechanical system allowing to open the upper side drawers thanks to hidden push-buttons.
Beautiful marquetry ; attractive model in good overall condition.
"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
François Rübestuck, dit Franz ou France, ébéniste reçu maître en 1766