Lot 43
  • 43

A Louis XVI style gilt bronze-mounted mahogany meuble à hauteur d'appui France, late 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gilt-bronze mounted mahogany
  • height 43 in.; width 39 1/4 in.; depth 17 in.
  • 109 cm; 99 cm; 43 cm
surmounted by a fleur de pêche marble top

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, Property from a Distinguished Private Asian Collection, 15th October 2015, lot 113

Condition

In overall good and stable condition. The marble top is in tact and has few minor chips or frets to the edges consistent with age and handling. There is a vertical age split to the right side of the case and a couple of areas of veneer lifting to the sides. One small area of veneer has been repaired and a minor chip or veneer is lacking from that area of former loss. In addition, there are a few other 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.
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