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A pair of Louis XV style fruitwood rafraîchissoirs 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- marble, fruitwood, brass
- height 28 3/4 in.; width 22 in.; depth 18 3/4 in.
- 73 cm; 56 cm; 47.5 cm
Condition
Both marbles in good condition with some small chips to edges. Mounts with some verdigris and rubbing. Old wood worm damage. One with the undertier slightly warped and significant losses to the staining creating a lighter circle around drawer pull. The other also with some warpage to undertier. Both with scratches, marks, age cracks, and rubbing and losses to staining.
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.