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A Louis XVI brass-inlaid bois cirtonnier and amaranth secrétaire à abattant circa 1785, stamped A. Weisweiler JME
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Adam Weisweiler (1744-1820), maître in 1778
- amaranth, citronnier, oak, brass, bronze, marble, leather, steel
- height 57 1/2 in.; width 38 1/4 in.; depth 15 in.
- 146 cm; 97.5 cm; 38.5 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, abrasions, scratches and scuffs; not extensive. Refinished, wood with some surface restorations. Fallfront lacking side hinges, and now with later chain. Leather inlay probably original, with scuffs and scratches and clear varnish. Ormolu and brass with oxidation, some dents, surface dirt and rubbing; not extensive.
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.