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Maison Alphonse Giroux and Cie
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Secrétaire commode, circa 1870
- engraved ANC. NEMAISON GIROUX PARIS
- Bird's-eye maple, vernis martin, ebonised fruitwood, gilt-brass
- 93 x 60 x 37 cm. (36 ½ x 23 ½ x 17 ½ in.)
executed in Paris by Pierre-Ferdinand Duvinage
ebonised and parcel gilt fruitwood, gilt metal, bird's-eye maple, lacquer, gilt-bronze
ebonised and parcel gilt fruitwood, gilt metal, bird's-eye maple, lacquer, gilt-bronze
Literature
Denise Ledoux-Lebard, 'Le Mobilier Français du XIX Siecle, Dictionnaire des Ebénistes et des Menuisiers' Paris, 1984, pp. 223-230 for a very closely related secrétaire commode illustrated
Condition
In overall poor condition. The red lacquer top, returns and front has a cloudy finish and is uneven. This has possibly been caused by an old varnish and would benefit from professional attention according too taste. With four drawers, the top drawer opening to reveal a fitted secretaire with red velvet writing slide, which is distressed. The gilt brass mounts to the front drawers are tarnished in places and have lost their original sheen. The ebonised wood has variable colour, possibly caused by rubbing. The legs with visible lines along the construction. with one key to open all locks. Old marks, scratches and chips.
"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."