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A LOUIS XV/XVI TRANSITIONAL ORMOLU-MOUNTED KINGWOOD AND AMARANTH COMMODE circa 1765
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- amaranth, kingwood, marble, oak, bronze
- height 32 1/4 in.; width 51 1/4 in.; depth 23 1/4 in.
- 82 cm; 130.5 cm; 59 cm
Condition
Marble top later and now with some small chips to corners and edges. With scattered agen and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Veneer with scattered age cracks and some small losses; most to sides and not extensive. Some minor restorations to veneer. Refinished. Ormolu mounts with some rubbing at high points and some oxidaiton and surface dirt.
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.