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A LOUIS XV/XVI TRANSITIONAL ORMOLU-MOUNTED BOIS SATINÉ COMMODE Circa 1770, stamped I. G. Schlichtig and twice JME, remounted
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Jean-Georges Schlichtig (d. 1782), maître in 1765
- marble, bronze, oak, bois satine
- height 34 in.; width 51 in.; depth 24 1/2 in.
- 86.5 cm; 129.5 cm; 62.5 cm
Provenance
The Collection of Brooke Astor
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Widest age cracks to sides with the widest crack approx. 0.5 cm in width. Scattered restorations to wood. Top with chips and abrasions. Remounted. Mounts with some oxidation and surface dirt. One ormolu plate on upper drawer detached but present. Some mounts loose and/or need to be realigned.
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.