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Socle en marqueterie d'écaille rouge et laiton, travail probablement allemand, vers 1720
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description
- tortoiseshell
- Haut. 19 cm
- Height 7 1/2 in
marqueté toutes faces, décoré d'un chiffre LGD dans un entourage de palmes
Condition
Illustration is slightly too red.
Tortoise shell is actually darker.
Good restored condition.
A small metallic stem in the middle of the top (which does not appear on the image) allows to hold a sculpture on the pedestal.
Very thin pieces of tortoise shell missing on the back of the base.
Very refined brass work on all sides and with a cypher on the front "LGD".
Delicate and attractive pedestal.
"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."