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A Neoclassical Russian mahogany, brass and 'verre églomisé' bureau plat
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany, brass, glass
- Haut. 81 cm., larg. 187 cm., prof. 75,5 cm. ; Height 31¾in., width 73½in., depth 29¾in.
the rectangular top above a frieze with three drawers with scroling foliage and lions, on square tapered and fluted legs
Provenance
Sale Sotheby's New York, 31 March 2011, lot 840.
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate but the bureau plat is less dark in reality.
Good restored condition.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks and scratches due to age and use.
The right hand side lateral 'verre églomisé' panel has a crack. There is also a crack to the 'verre églomisé' of the right hand side drawer.
There are some ancient labels glued under the bureau plat.
The leather top is later and in good overall condition.
The construction is firm.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."