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A Directoire mahogany, ebony and brass inlaid console desserte by Chapuis, circa 1800
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany
- 78cm. high, 83cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 2ft. 6¾in., 2ft. 8¾in., 1ft. 6½in.
the grey-veined marble top above one long frieze drawer, on fluted tapering legs joined by an undertier; stamped Chapuis
Condition
The marble top with marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Overall in very good condition; there appears to be a very old repair on the lower-right frieze drawer frame, and two faint horizontal cracks to the under-tier veneer. 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."
Catalogue Note
This table was executed by either the Parisian ébéniste Claude Chapuis (active from 1797 until at least 1818) or by his Brussels counterpart Jean-Joseph Chapuis (1765-1864).