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A mahogany rafraîchissoir, Louis XV, attributed to Joseph Genegebach Canabas
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- mahogany, marble, metal
- Haut. 77,5 cm., larg. 56 cm., prof. 51 cm. ; Height 30 1/2 in., width 22 in., depth 20 in.
with a white marble top, two compartments and two refreshing tanks, above one drawer, the curved legs united by two undertiers
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. There are water stains on the top.There are old woodworm traces. The painting inside the upper compartments is peeling off. There are stains due to water inside each liner. The mahogany moulding of the marble top needs to be partly refixed. The veneer is slightly sunfaded. The handle of the drawer is missing. There are some stains and cracks to the lower boards. The construction is firm. Beautiful shape and very high quality of mahogany.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Joseph Genegebach dit Canabas, master in 1766