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A North German Baroque gilt and black-japanned cabinet on stand first half 18th century, the stand later
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- pine, metal
- height 69 1/2 in.; width 49 in.; depth 24 in.
- 176.5 cm; 124.5 cm; 61 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Largest age crack is to left door, recommend restoring. Left side with restored age crack. Scattered small losses to woof at edges and corners. Loss to wood at bolts with area at upper bolt restored with gesso/fuiller. Small patches to inside of doors at hinges. Upper hinge of right door slightly loose. Surface decpration with some losses, rubbing and scattered small areas of inpainting. Scattered small losses to gesso; not extensive. Interior of drawers lined with later red paper. In sound overall 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.
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.