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A Régence ormolu-mounted and brass-inlaid ebony bureau Mazarin adapted, reveneered
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- leather, oak, pine, ebony, brass, bronze
- height 29 3/4 in.; width 58 1/2 in.; depth 35 1/2 in.
- 75.5 cm; 149 cm; 90.5 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, nicks and abrasions; all consistent with age. Re-veneered, veneer with age cracks throughout, minor losses and buckling; consistent with age and use. Remounted, one ormolu mask of one drawer detached but present. Mounts with some rubbing, minor oxidation and surface dirt; consistent with age and use. Brass inlay with some losses and lifting. Leather inlay later and now with age cracks and some rubbing but in overall good condition and with good patina. Overall good condition, will enhance with some restoration to brass inlay. Very decorative, good size.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.