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A Régence gilt-bronze mounted kingwood parquetry bureau plat, possibly German circa 1740, incorporating an earlier ebony, ivory, fruitwood and rosewood marquetry panel
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt-bronze, kingwood
- 76cm. high, 148cm. wide, 81cm. deep; 2ft. 6in., 4ft. 10¼in., 2ft. 8in.
the folding central panel opening to reveal a writing tooled leather surface, the side hinged panels also opening to a fitted interior, on cabriole legs ending in cast sabots
Condition
This rare bureau is in good condition, with marks and scratches consistent with age and use. The gilt-bronze, tarnished, would benefit from a clean. Old shrinkage cracks to the inset marquetry panel, and minor losses to the veneer.
"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."