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Guéridon en acajou, placage d'acajou et bronze doré, travail russe vers 1790
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany, ebony and bronze
- Haut. 77 cm, diam. 64 cm
- Height 30 1/3 in; diam. 25 1/4 in
le plateau en marbre rouge encastré, la ceinture à décor de masque d'Apollon et de chutes de fleurs, reposant sur des pieds fuselés ceints de guirlandes de fleurs
Condition
Illustration is a little too reddish; timber has a darker and more beautiful tone. Good overall condition. Structure a little wobbly. Traces of restoration to the structure underneath the top. Scattered scratches, marks and dents throughout the different surfaces, consistent with age and handling. A few shrinkage cracks to the veneer below the top, visible on images. Nice gilt-bronze mounts, possibly regilt in places.
"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."