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A tulipwood, kingwood, stained sycamore, burr wood and parquetry writing table Louis XV/XVI Transitional, circa 1765
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- tulipwood, kingwood, sycamore, burrwood, gilt-bronze
- 68cm. high, 43cm. wide, 32.5cm. deep; 2ft. 2¾in., 1ft. 5in., 1ft. ¾in.
the rectangular gilt-bronze-banded top with canted corners above three drawers, the first fitted with compartments for inkpot and sander, on cabriole legs, the whole inlaid with cube parquetry and flowerheads, the back quarter-veneered, terminating in paw feet, with later gilt-bronze mounts throughout
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Old very minor restorations to the marquetry and minor tarnishing to the gilt-bronze scrolled feet.
"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."