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A Biedermeier mahogany, burrwood parquetry and alabaster secrétaire à abattant, probably Swedish circa 1830
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Alabaster, mahogany
- 105.5cm. high, 107cm. wide, 50cm. deep; 3ft. 5½in., 3ft. 6in., 1ft. 7¾in.,
the mirrored interior flanked by two concave-fronted drawers above a frieze drawer, the fall-front opening to a fitted interior with pull-out pigeon holes concealing a secret drawer and a further mirrored recess flanked by alabaster columns and three drawers on either side, above a further panelled drawer and two long drawers
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, Paintings, Furniture and Works of Art from the collection of Gianni Versace Villa Fontanelle, Moltrasio, 18 March 2009, lot 215
Condition
An impressive piece, with overall marks and scratches that are consistent with age and use. The gilt figure on top lacking one hand. The domed structure with shrinkage cracks that have provoked the loss of part of the painted decoration on its inside. The alabaster column on the far right broken and repaired. Minor losses to veneer, especially on both sides. Light shrinkage cracks to the fall-front. Sparse restorations to veneer and scuffing to feet, as visible in the catalogue photograph.
"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."