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A LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED COROMANDEL LACQUER INKSTAND Paris, the lacquer probably 18th century, the mounts circa 1870's
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- lacquered wood, gilt bronze
- width 19 in.
- 48 cm
Condition
Overall in good condition. Minor tarnishing to original gilding, consistent with age. The lids of the ink cups are detached. The cups unscrew from the base. The lacquer with scratches and losses to polychromy. The cups with rather large losses of lacquer now showing the red primer undercoat and some inpainting restoration.
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.