- 47A
A pair of Directoire ormolu chenets circa 1800
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- height 11 1/4 in.; width 15 1/2 in.; depth 4 in.
- 28.5 cm; 39.5 cm; 10 cm
the rectangular panel with a diaper motif inset with a mask, flanked by anthemion, mounted with a later ewer, a sphinx and a vase raised on square feet.
Condition
Tarnishing and rubbing to the gilding of the ewer as well as the socle and interior of the vase with minor rubbing and marks to the sphinx. The central panel with tarnishing, further rubbing and marks to the decorative elements. Old marks and pitting to the base. 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.