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A kingwood, amaranth, tulipwood, bois satiné and parquetry commode attributed to Criaerd, stamped and restored by Garnier, Louis XV, circa 1748
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- kingwood, amaranth, bois satine, bronze, marble
- 87cm. high, 110cm. wide, 62cm. deep; 2ft. 10¼in., 3ft. 7¼in., 2ft. ½in.
of serpentine bombé form with a mottled russet white and grey marble top above two drawers inlaid with a parquetry cartouche, the quarter-veneered sides with a quatrefoil, the scrollwork mounts bearing the crowned ç poinçons; probably partially reveneered and restored
Provenance
Christie's, London, 3rd July 1975, lot 83.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition, The marble top has been restored. Old minor marks, chips and scratches to the marble top and generally commensurate with age and normal usage. Some very minor lifting of the veneer in places with a medium sized chip to the rear of the left side. There is evidence of previous mounts on the front of the drawers.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Mathieu Criaerd (1689-1776) was received maître in 1738.
Pierre Garnier (c.1720-1780) was received maître in 1742.