Lot 35
  • 35

A pair of North Italian fruitwood inlaid oyster veneered walnut, olivewood and parquetry commodes circa 1740

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description

  • fruitwood, walnut
  • each 79cm. high, 131cm. wide, 51cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 4ft. 3½in., 1ft. 8in.
each with an ebonised moulded border around a crossbanded and scroll inlaid quarter veneered top

Provenance

Sold in these Rooms, 19th May 1995, lot 152.

Condition

Attractively proportioned. Each top with old marks and scratches to the polish. Some minor chips and dents to mouldings. Typical age cracks to oyster veneered segments. In overall good conserved 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. 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."