- 457
A fruitwood inlaid kingwood bonheur du jour, probably Eastern France or South West Germany late 18th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- rosewood
- 103.5cm. high, 60.5cm. wide, 22cm. deep; 3ft. 6¾in., 1ft. 11¾in., 8¾in.
witha veined white marble top, above a tambour opening to reveal a recess above two short drawers, the fall-front with an inset leather writing surface and a slide, above two short drawers
Condition
Gallery good but very slighlty mis-shapen. The marble is good but there are some surface scratches. There is a split to the back. The folding top has a ring mark and there is a localised area of veneer lifting. There is evidence of worm. Losses to applied mouldings on rear legs.
"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."
"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."