A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted kingwood, rosewood, mahogany parquetry cartonnier with integral clock late 19th century

the cartouche centred by a clock with a white enamel dial, signed Forest à Paris, with seven tooled leather drawers above a pair of parquetry cupboards

Decorative The clock face with repairs to enamel and fillers at this sites. The leather drawers with the kind of marks and scuffs to be expected. Mounts tarnished. The parquetry surface is generally stable although there are some veneer losses, including to one drawer (visible in the catalogue photo). Old, marks, scuffs and scratches consistent with age and use.
"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."