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A French carved oak box in the form of a château dated 1915
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
The top of the facade carved with Utilatout, MCMXV
- height 44 1/2 in.; width 32 in.; depth 20 in.
- 113 cm; 81 cm; 51 cm
the movable rooflike structures with various flap doors above a central facade opening to reveal an interior fitted with a shelf, two of the octagonal blocks opening to reveal an interior fitted with a shelf.
Condition
Minor marks, chips and some losses to the carving and elements. Some small decorative elements broken. The locks of the opening tower blocks are loose. Minor age cracks. In otherwise good condition.
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.