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An Italian Baroque style ormolu-mounted ivory-inlaid faux tortoiseshell, ebony, ebonized and palisander cabinet on stand
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- pine, ebony, ivory, bronze
- height 74 in.; width 63 in.; depth 19 1/2 in.
- 188 cm; 160 cm; 49.5 cm
Provenance
Christie's London, November 26, 1996, lot 114
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracls, dents, abrasions and scratches. Ebonized areas with scattered small losses, patches, restorations and refreshed decoration. Veneer with scattered small losses-not extensive. Ivory with age cracks and minor chips. Faux tortoiseshell with some cracks, chips and some restorations; not extensive. Gilt bronze with traces of oxidation. One drawer pull detached but present. In good overall condition.
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.