Lot 470
  • 470

A gilt-bronze mounted mahogany console, Louis XVI, stamped M.CARLIN

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • mahogany, marble
  • Haut. 85 cm., larg. 72 cm., prof. 34 cm. ; Height 33 1/2 in., width 28 1/3 in., depth 13 1/3 in.
with a white and grey marble top, with a front drawer, on baluster legs united with an undertier, on tapered feet

Condition

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. There is one crack to the undertier. The gilding is slightly rubbed and tarnished. The marble top is slightly yellowish, with surface scratches, stains, and minor chips to the edges. A very elegant console by the famous Martin Carlin.
"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

Martin Carlin, master in 1766