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Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann
- Cabinet
- branded Ruhlmann twice to back
- stained oak and nickel-plated bronze
Provenance
Galerie Vallois, Paris
Literature
Florence Camard, Ruhlmann, New York, 1983, p. 278 (for a variant of this model)
Condition
Very good overall condition. Dryness to the surfaces with some shrinkage cracks as expected from age and use. Would benefit from a sensitive refinishing. The top and sides with fill repairs to the shrinkage cracks. Some rubbing and minor losses notably at the corners as expected with age and use. The nickeled-bronze mounts with some tarnish that would benefit from cleaning. Some stray marks to base as expected and one 5 x 2 inch oak panel detached and in need of a glue repair.
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.