Lot 342
  • 342

attributed to Maison Krieger FL. 1826-1900 A Fine Louis XVI style mahogany and ebony console Paris, circa 1890

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • attributed to Maison Krieger
  • height 37 1/4 in.; width 57 1/2 in.; depth 20 in.
  • 94.5 cm; 146 cm; 51 cm
surmounted by a molded brèche verte de Seravezza marble top, the frieze fitted with one drawer and two faux drawers, blue crayon number to the underside of the central drawer and to the back of the carcass 67572.

Condition

Overall in good condition with the usual minor dents, nicks and scratches throughout consistent with age and use. The marble top with chips around the edges and scratches and dirt to surface. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze. Age crack to top of carcass beneath the marble.
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.

Catalogue Note

The blue crayon number is most probably a Maison Krieger inventory number as it has been recorded that, like his contemporary François LInke, Krieger thoroughly kept track of his stock with a numbering system. 

For a note on Maison Krieger, please see lot 344.