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A LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE AND SÈVRES STYLE PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE FRANCE, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain, bronze
- height 17 in.; diameter 18 in.
- 43 cm; 45 cm
Condition
Bronze overall very good condition, clean and bright, likely regilt and with a few scattered spots of verdigris. Some mostly minor scratches to interior of the detachable porcelain top from the placement of objects over time. Some of the gilt to the porcelain is also rubbed, but less than 15% overall. The dish is loosely inserted so not not affix to the base, and it does carry spurious Sevres marks to the underside.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.