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A Louis XV ormolu-mounted tulipwood commode circa 1745-49, stamped Walter JME
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Pierre Walter, maître before 1738
- tulipwood, gilt bronze, oak
- height 32 in.; width 37 3/4 in.; depth 22 in.
- 81.5 cm; 96 cm; 56 cm
ormolu struck with the C-couronné poinçon
Condition
Overall in good condition. Ready to place. Nice, small size. Marble in good condition. Ormolu mounts with some oxidation, surface dirt and rubbing. Scattered age cracks, patches and small losses to tulipwood veneer especially at sides. Some inpainting to restored areas at front.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The C-couronné poinçon was a tax mark employed between March 1745 and February 1749 on any alloy containing copper.