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Carlo Bugatti
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- CARLO BUGATTI
- Mirror
stained and ebonized wood with pewter and brass inlays, ivory and leather
Provenance
Sollo-Rago Modern Auctions, Lambertville, NJ, October 25, 2003, lot 321
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall in good condition. Presently one portion of the decoration (about 5 inches in length) is detached from the upper portion of the piece. The detached element is intact. The top portion of the shelf, which appears brown in color in the catalogue illustration appears to be a leather, however does not appear as part of the original design. This area is possibly lacking an element or has deteriorated in condition. With scattered losses to remaining surface, as seen in the catalogue illustration. With minor losses to the white inlays, none of which have significant impact to visual presence of the piece. With scattered surface dirt throughout. A large scale mirror with intricate detailing throughout.
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.