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A mahogany bureau plat, Louis XVI, late 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- acajou
- Haut. 75 cm., long. 190 cm., larg. 91 cm. ; Height 29 1/2 in., width 74 3/4 in., depth 35 3/4 in.
the rectangular top with a leather, the frieze with three front drawers and one drawer as a safe, two lateral writing slides, on fluted and tapered legs; (restorations)
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. One element under the central drawer needs to be refixed. There are minor tears and wears, scratches to the leather, The leather is later. The gilt bronze elements are later. 3 mouldings of the right hand side drawers are missing. There are some restorations to the veneer. The bureau plat was probably previously a cylinder desk.
"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."