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A LOUIS XVI GILT BRONZE-MOUNTED MAHOGANY SECRÉTAIRE À ABATTANT, CIRCA 1780 |
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height 56 3/4 in.; width 36 1/2 in.; depth 15 1/2 in.
- 114 cm; 92.5 cm; 39.5 cm
Provenance
Sotheby's Monaco, June 14, 1981, lot 182
Galerie Maurice Segoura, Paris
Galerie Maurice Segoura, Paris
Condition
Classic model of sound construction. A few vertical age cracks on the cupboard doors, and one vertical crack on proper right side, and shrinkage to panel on proper left side. Very small horizontal crack to veneer on fall front, barely noticeable, and a few marks and scuffs. Marble top with minor scratches commensurate with age, and small detached area of ormolu gallery lacking an element. Mahogany of a good colour with nice figuring.
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.