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A Louis XIV ormolu-mounted and brass-inlaid ebonized bookcase part late 17th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ebony, pine, oak, brass, bronze
- height 106 1/2 in.; width 61 in.; depth 18 in.
- 270.5 cm; 155 cm; 46 cm
Provenance
Appartement parisien de M et Mme John Gutfreund, Christie's Paris, June 28, 2012, lot 77
Condition
There is a break to the lower left glass panel. Later mounts. Possibly reveneered or with later brass inlay. Some losses to brass inlay and some areas of lifting. Age cracks to ebony. Some wear, rubbing, and scratches to surface.
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.