- 192
A pair of Italian neoclassical tulipwood, amaranth and marquetry commodes, Lombardy, late 18th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Amaranth, tulipwood
- 95cm. high, 120cm. wide, 54cm. deep; 3ft. 1½in., 3ft. 11¼in., 1ft. 9½
each with a rectangular top above a frieze drawer and two long drawers on square tapering legs, the whole inlaid with scrolling foliage and entwined female figures flanking a torch
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 9 June 2004, lot 114
Condition
Overall in reasonable restored condition. Typical lifting, movement and shrinkage to the inlaid veneers and some losses and areas of restoration to the marquetry consistent with age and use. Consequently there are signs of restoration to the top and sides of each carcass as a result of securing the exterior panels. Some areas of the tulipwood and amaranth banding have restorations and replacements. The right return of one commode noticeably faded. The drawer linings have patches and areas of restoration where they have been also been secured. The lower drawer of one commode lacking escutcheon. The surface has been repolished and generally has minor old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. A decorative pair of commodes, ready for use.
Please note that one commode has an area of damage with movement on the front-right corner of the top with some losses to the inlaid border which will require professional attention and consolidation.
"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."