Bureau de pente en vernis parisien et montures de bronze doré d'époque Louis XV estampillé DELORME, vers 1750

à décor de chinoiseries or et noir sur fond vermillon, la façade ouvrant par un abattant découvrant un intérieur plaqué de palissandre muni de trois casiers et quatre tiroirs dont un avec un poudrier et un compartiment, la ceinture ouvrant par un tiroir, reposant sur des montants cambrés, estampillé DELORME et deux fois JME

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition despite the usual minor scratches and marks due to age and use. As visible on the illustration, there are some traces of old minor shrinkage cracks to the fall front door. These are visible to the transparent varnish which could be changed easily. There are some minor small scratches on the lateral left hand side. The gilding of the mounts has been cleaned and is now a little tarnished. The leather top has been changed at the reverse of the fall front door. Exquisite details. Very nice piece in good 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. 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."

Adrien Delorme, reçu maître en 1748.