A suite of South German Biedermeier furniture 19th century

veneered in cherrywood, including: two settees; a pair of commodes; a pair of secrétaires à abattant; two bedside tables; a small table; a pair of bedsteads; and three mirror frames

The secretaires: overall condition reasonably good, veryminor losses to the veneers, one with splits to fall-front and doors. The beds: with loose veneers to the inside of the bedposts and to the top of the sides, would benefit from restoration. The commodes: with minor loose veneers, slightly dried finish, minor scratching, backfeet of one commode lacking. Mirrors: soiled, lacking mirror plates. red sofa: soiled, upholstery dirty and distressed to one side. green sofa: soiled, with minor loose veneers, construction solid, upholstery dirty. talbe: Losses to the veneers, espacially to the back, slight wear to the finish. bedside cupboards: woiled, both with splits to front door.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."