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Charles Hunsinger and Charles Wagner
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Table cabinet, circa 1870
- engraved Hunsinger et Wagner a Paris
the interior with one central cupboard flanked by four pressure opening drawers, with one long drawer above and two short drawers below - ivory, ebony
- 48 x 50 x 30 cm. (18 ¾ x 19 ¾ x 12 in.)
executed in Paris
ivory, rosewood, ebonised fruitwood, engraved brass
ivory, rosewood, ebonised fruitwood, engraved brass
Literature
Denise Ledoux-Lebard, Le Mobilier Français du XIX Siècle, Paris, 1989, pp. 264-65 for more information on the Hunsinger
Condition
In overall good condition, with typical old marks and scratches. The swags to the pediment has a minor loss and one is loose which may benefit from professional attention. The moulding to the front door has one restored break, which is unnoticeable. The ivory to the interior has some minor discolouration. The cameos are sharper and more defined than they appear in the printed catalogue image. With one key that opens the exterior and interior doors.
"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
Charles Hunsinger (1823-1893) was first recorded as a cabinet maker specialising in ‘meuble de luxe et de fantasie’ in the Paris Almanac of 1859. The company participated in the Paris Exhibitions of 1865, 1867, 1878 and 1879. In the Brussels Exhibition of 1881 he was awarded the Gold Medal for excellence of craftsmanship. His work is in the permanent collections of the Musée D’Orsay, Paris and the Vienna Art Museum