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A gilt-bronze mounted mahogany commode, Louis XVI, stamped I.VIEZ
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Cuba Mahogany, gilt-bronze, white marble
- Haut. 86,5 cm, larg. 81 cm, prof. 48 cm; Height 34 in, width 32 in, depth 19 in
with four drawers, on fluted feet ; with a rectangular white and grey marble top
Provenance
Piasa, Paris, 20 June 2007, lot 191
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate despite being too orange.
Good restored condition.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks and scratches due to age and use.
There are some restorations with 'gomme laque' paste filling.
The marble top: the marble top is very slightly yellowish with minute chips.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Jean Viez, cabinetmaker reçu maître in 1786