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A RUSSIAN NEOCLASSICAL STEEL-MOUNTED MACASSAR EBONY DRESSING TABLE probably Tula, second quarter 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- macassar ebony, steel, silk, glass
- height 28 1/2 in.; width 19 3/4 in.; depth 12 1/2 in.
- 72.5 cm; 50.5 cm; 32 cm
with matching dressing mirror, the mirror with stencilled number 107, the table with 611 or 119.
Condition
Height of dressing mirror 14 1/2 in. Both table and mirro with age and construction cracks, abrasions and dents. Table with restored break to one curved stretcher. Small losses of and some lifting to applied steel decoration. Minor losses to veneer at cracks of table top; not extensive. Silk backing of mirror with tears, stains and losses to applied decoration. Steel ring at bottom of mirror's stem now loose. Refinished. In good 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.