Lot 366
  • 366

A pair of Italian neoclassical fruitwood small cabinets

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 30 in.; width 16 1/2 in; depth 11 in.
  • 76 cm; 42 cm; 28 cm
each with a rectangular top above a frieze drawer and a cupboard door, on turned tapered legs.

Condition

There are some losses to the veneer of the top as visible from the catalogue illustrationn. The left border of the top drawer of the left commode in the catalogue illustration is a later replacement. There is an element of the top drawer of the right commode which has detached but shows old glue and can be re-attached. There is some warping to the sides of the commode. Some lifting and minor losses to the veneer especially to the sides as seen on the right side of the right commode. There is a loss of veneer to the left door of the left commode as visible from the catalogue illustration. There is a split to the back leg of the left commode. With general minor marks, chips and scratches, as well as hairline age and construction cracks consistent with age. 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.