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A patinated and gilt-bronze mounted mahogany guéridon in Directoire style, circa 1880, attributed to Millet
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- mahogany, gilt bronze
- Haut. 90 cm, larg. 55 cm ; Height 35 1/2 in., width 21 2/3 in
with a circular grey granite top, above a frieze of palms and leaves, the legs with female figures, ending in lion paw feet, on a plinth surmounted by a vase
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
Good overall condition.
There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use.
The veneer is sunfaded, with some minor lifting areas.
The gilding is rubbed and tarnished.
There are some surface scratches to the granit top. There is one restored crack to the granit top. An impressive gueridon, very decorative.
"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."