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A French Provincial gilt-bronze-mounted bois satiné, amaranth and marquetry writing table circa 1765
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Amaranth, Bois satiné, bronze
- 72cm high, 41.5cm wide, 33cm. deep; 2ft. 4½in., 1ft 4½in., 1ft. 1in.
with a serpentine galleried top inlaid with musical trophies, the top drawer fitted for writing implements above two further short drawers inlaid with a wicker basket of flowers, the side with floral sprays the back plain veneered on straight legs terminating in gilt-bronze scrolled feet
Provenance
Landhuis Belvedère in Overveen
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. The top has a horizontal construction crack which would benefit from being filled. The drawer fronts are a bit warped as visible from the photograph. The marquetry especially the leaves has been restored.
"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."