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A German Rococo marquetry bureau de dame circa 1765, in the manner of the Spindler brothers, probably Prussia
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- 97cm. high, 102,5cm. wide, 56cm. deep; 3ft. 2in., 3ft. 4½in., 1ft. 10in.
with amaranth, ebony, rosewood, walnut marquetry, the fall front with military trophies and floral decoration, opening to reveal a leathered writing surface and mahogany fitting with drawers and a lockable well, above two drawers, on cabriole legs
Condition
This desk shows shrinking cracks to right side and fall front and has replaced veneers throughout, as well as small losses to veneers to fall and corner of one front leg. Ebony veneers showing craquele and the Interior of fall front has been re-veneered. The inside drawers seem to have been adapted from a different piece. The back board possibly replaced.
"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."
"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."