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A Napoleon III gilt-bronze mounted tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, pewter and brass inlaid boulle marquetry guéridon, third quarter 19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Brass, gilt-bronze, mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell
- 80cm. high, 70cm. diameter; 2ft. 7½in., 2ft. 3½in.
the circular top above a baluster shaft supported by three dragons, decorated overall with arabesques, foliage and butterflies
Condition
In very good conserved condition. There are some minor signs of rubbing to the gilding. The tortoiseshell with pewter fillets commensurate with construction. With very minor old marks and scratches. It is ready to place.
"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."