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A little double-sided mahogany desk, Louis XVI
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description
- mahogany, leather
- Haut. 76 cm., larg. 106 cm. prof. 57,5 cm. ; Height 30 in., width 41 3/4 in., depth 22 1/2 in.
the top covered with leather, above five drawers -two of them forming a safe- a lateral board, on fluted and tapered legs
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use.
There are horizontal construction cracks to both lateral panels.
There are stains and circular water stains to the mahogany top.
There are stains, wears and scratches to the leather top.
The mahogany is sun faded.
Castors have been added to each foot.
The escutcheons have been transformed, the lock of the central drawer is missing.
Very elegant 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."