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LOUIS XV/XVI TRANSITIONAL ORMOLU-MOUNTED KINGWOOD AND AMARANTH STAINED SYCAMORE PARQUETRY AND MARQUETRY INLAID COMMODE CIRCA 1770
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- amaranth, kingwood, ormolu
- height 33 in.; width 51 in.; depth 21 in.
- 84 cm; 130 cm; 53.5 cm
Condition
Marble top later. Some small losses, buckling, minor age and construction cracks to veneer. Drawers remounted. Marquetry is extensively restored and the penwork is refreshed throughout. Some later tinting. Some minor old worm damage to carcass. In overall good, restored 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.
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.