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A carved, gilt and painted wood harp, Louis XVI, stamped N. NADERMAN A PARIS
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- gilt-wood, painted wood
- Haut. 161,5 cm. ; Height 63 1/2 in.
with acanthus leaves, flowers, ribbons, musical trophies and pastoral scenes
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate but the harp is less bright and green in reality.
There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use.
There are some old woodworm traces.
The gilding is rubbed and tarnished.
Some strings are missing and the others need to be changed. There are some chips and refreshments to the painting. Please note that we do not guarantee that the mechanism is in working order. A beautiful instrument.
"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."