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A Louis XVI ormolu-mounted tulipwood, kingwood, satinwood and amaranth commode circa 1780, stamped E. Avril JME
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Etienne Avril, maître in 1774
- amaranth, gilt bronze, tulipwood, kingwood, satinwood, oak
- height 35 1/2 in.; width 50 1/4 in.; depth 23 in.
- 90 cm; 127.5 cm; 58.5 cm
Condition
Marble top later. Remounted. Small areas of infill and some minor restorations. Minor old worm damage. Slight buckling to veneer at sides. Age cracks to veneer consistent with use and age.
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.