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A Louis XV style carved giltwood and composition console and mirror France, early 20th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- giltwood, glass, marble
- overall height 10 ft. 9 in.; width 5 ft. 9 1/2 in.; 23 3/4 in.
- 328 cm; 176 cm; 60.5 cm
the arc en arbalette formed console surmounted by a white Carrara marble top
Condition
Mirror with restored breaks to carving; chips to gilding and gesso; gilding with rubbing and losses to expose red bole beneath, especially to sides of frame; age cracks especially along construction seams.
Console table with marble top with surface scratches and a few small chips to the edges; age cracks primarily to construction seams; restored breaks to the stretcher where it joins with both legs; restored breaks to the carving; gilding with rubbing, scratches, and losses; chips to gilding and to gesso; some minor old worm damage.
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.