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A Napoléon III carved giltwood and purple breccia marble top center table French, circa 1875
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- giltwood, marble
- height 32 1/2 in.; width 6 ft. 2 1/4 in.; depth 44 in.
- 82.5 cm, 183.5 cm, 111.5 cm
Condition
The marble is in good condition with the minor scratches to top surface and some very minor chips to edges. On one side of the marble there is a professional repair to a former break, now showing purple filler. The wood work is well carved and shows in some places age cracks. The gilding has wear now showing red undercoat and dirt. One side of the table is lighter in color as it seems that the gilding was partially cleaned.
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.