Cabinet en marqueterie de bois fruitier, travail d'Allemagne du sud, probablement Augsbourg, vers 1700

le plateau en doucine ouvrant par un couvercle découvrant un intérieur et un compartiment secret, la façade ouvrant par six tiroirs et deux vantaux ornés de chevaliers et ceints de rinceaux dans des réserves, le revers des vantaux à décor de dames de qualité dans des réserves, l'intérieur architecturé ouvrant par dix tiroirs, un vantail central et un faux tiroir permettant de soulever le couvercle et de découvrir un compartiment secret, les côtés munis de poignées ; reposant sur un piètement rapporté en chêne et bois noirci à décor de cannelures torses

The image is slightly too clear. It has been restored under the past decades. As expected, a few scratches and marks all throughout the surface due to age and handling. As said in the catalogue, the stand is of later date. Very charming piece of furniture, full of lovely details and including many drawers, ready to be displayed.
"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."