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A bronze mounted ebony and ebonized brass and tortoiseshell Boulle marquetry style pedestal Paris, late 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze, ebony, brass
- height 46 ½ in.; width 18 ½ in.; depth 12 ¾ in.
- 118 cm; 47 cm; 32.5 cm
Condition
In fair condition but with this type of marquetry, one can always notice lifting to brass inlay in places. Loss of ebony veneers to back edge of proper right side. Lifting to tortoiseshell
inlay in places and at least 10 small losses of tortoiseshell inlay overall. High tarnishing to bronze and dirt to crevices.
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.