A POLYCHROME, PARCEL-GILT AND REPAINTED WALNUT CABINET, TUSCANY, PARTLY LATE 16TH/EARLY 17TH CENTURY |

fitted with six doors on three levels, the handles decorated with female heads

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. As stated in the catalogue, the cabinet is partly late 16th/early 17th century. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. The front and lateral panels had been partly redecorated. There are some minor chips to the panels revealing the white gesso underneath. There are some vertical construction cracks to the upper lateral right panel and to the upper front panels. There are old woodworm traces. The back panels are later. The upper left hand side bust-shaped handle is slightly loose. The inside had been upholstered later with a red velvet. The velvet is in good overall condition with minute wears and tears. Elegant ornaments and very decorative cabinet.
"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."