Louis XVI style gilt bronze-mounted tulipwood and fruitwood marquetry music stand late 19th century

the circular storage compartment concealed by three small hinged covers

Overall in good condition and presentation. Telescoping support functional. Refinished, with areas of infill to edges of wood elements. Appears to have a slight lean to the top section. Wear, oxidation and rubbing to gilt bronze consistent with age, use and atmospheric conditions. Bronze of overall good quality and well chased. One screw lacking to the top of the spiral wreath on fluted support, one pull to one door of the rosin box, and one bronze rosette lacking from the top section. Few possible veneer patches. width of stand: 15 3/4 in. height fully extend: 63 3/4 in.
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