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Secrétaire en placage d'acajou et d'ébéne, travail allemand de la fin du XVIIIe/début du XIXe siècle
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Haut. 123 cm, larg. 79 cm, prof. 39 cm
- Height 48 1/2 in; width 31 1/4 in; depth 15 1/3 in
la partie supérieure ouvrant à deux tiroirs et à un abattant, et la partie inférieure à trois tiroirs ; reposant sur des pieds en gaine ; (les bronzes de l'abattant probablement rapportés)
Condition
Illustration is slightly too clear.
Good condition overall.
As expected, few cracks in places, especially on ebony veneer.
Some scratches, particularly on top (probably with a gallery beforehand).
Copper beadings missing on some drawers or edges.
As said in the catalogue, giltbronzes on the two pannels of the drop front probably added later.
Inside, two tiny mouldings missing and some stains on the blue velvet.
Attractive piece of furniture, refined veneer work with elegant proportions.
"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."