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A GERMAN NEOCLASSICAL GILT BRONZE-MOUNTED, PART-EBONIZED AND MAHOGANY SÉCRETAIRE À ABATTANT MID-19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany, pine, gilt bronze
- height 62 3/4 in.; width 33 1/2 in.; depth 20 in.
- 159 cm; 85 cm; 51 cm
Condition
Some old wood worm damage. Some small patches to mahogany; scratches and bruises. Various age cracks to veneer, particularly on lower side door panels. Interior pulls have been replaced with a white putty substitute.
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.