- 37
A kingwood and fruitwood inlaid walnut and marquetry commode, South German or Austrian circa 1740
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wwalnut, pine, fruitwood, gilt-bronze
- 95cm. high., 129.5cm. wide; 69.5cm. deep; 3ft. 1½in., 4ft. 3in., 2ft. 3½in.
the moulded top with two geometric reserves enclosing a motif with c-scrolls and stylised anthemioms above three bowed and serpentine drawers with similar reserves, the sides inlaid with a geometric motif on later flattened bun feet
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. The piece is rather faded on the front and would benefit from a repolish according to taste. Old very minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age and normal usage which do not detract from the piece. There are hairline construction cracks down the centre of the drawers and generally which can easily be filled or left. One of the horizontal panels on the back appears to have been a later replacement.
"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."