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An Italian Rococo walnut commode Venice, mid-18th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut, brass
- height 30 1/4 in.; width 53 1/2 in.; depth 18 in.
- 77 cm; 136 cm; 46 cm
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, October 3, 2007, lot 285
Condition
Ready to place. Wide width with nice form and proportions. Significant old wood worm damage to the underside and back. A later board applied to underside due to holes from wood worm. Remounted. Age cracks and restorations. Some losses to the back corners of the top due to wood worm damage. Some of the worm damage to the top has been filled in to make it less noticeable. Usual abrasions and scratches consistent with use and age.
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.