- 764
Rafraîchissoir à vin en acajou, travail anglais d'époque George IV, vers 1820-1830
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description
- mahogany
- Haut. 60 cm, larg. 94 cm, prof. 60 cm
- Height 23 1/3 in; width 37 in; depth 23 1/3 in
de forme sarcophage, la prise du couvercle à décor de pampres de vigne et grappes de raisin, la façade centrée d'un masque de Silène et les angles sommés de masques de Bacchus, reposant sur des pieds en griffe ; l'arrière muni d'un robinet et l'intérieur d'une doublure en zinc
Condition
The illustration is accurate.
Few old patched restorations to the cover; the handle and a piece of the cover must be refixed (loose).
Veneer is chipped with loss, especially on the lower edges. Feet restored with cracks and missing elements to the carving. Liner extensively rusty and worn. Would benefit from a restoration.
"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."