Lot 34
  • 34

Ecritoire de style Empire en vermeil par Odiot, Paris, vers 1950

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Ecritoire de style Empire en vermeil par Odiot, Paris, vers 1950
  • Siver-gilt
  • Long. 39 cm, 1 428,3 g; 15 1/4 in long, 45oz 18dwt
le plateau reposant sur quatre pieds griffes, bordé d'une frise de feuilles, les trois encriers moulurés de bouquets de fleurs et de palmettes, avec trois doublures en verre taillé (cloche manquante)

Condition

few vine grain missing at one of the cornucopia - ring bell missing - few black spot and silver gilt worn at one place - usual scratches
"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."

Catalogue Note

Une écritoire similaire avec sa cloche se trouve sur le bureau du président de la République au palais de l'Elysée.