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A PAIR OF GILT-BRONZE MOUNTED BLACK LACQUERED POTS-POURRIS, FRENCH RESTAURATION, CIRCA 1825-1830, AFTER THE MODEL MADE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF THE MARCHAND-MERCIER JEAN DULAC |
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 31 cm, larg. 22 cm ; height 12¼in., width 8⅔in.
the cover with berried laurel leaves, the body with an upper pierced frieze, the sides with two satyr heads issuing laurel leaf garlands, the tapered foot on a square gilt bronze base above a bleu turquin marble square base; (one cover broken, losses)
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Gilding in good condition. Very nice quality of chasing. There are minor chips and surface scratches to the black painting on the wood. As stated in the catalogue, there is a loss to one ebonized cover (approx. 5,5 x 1,5 cm). Some minute chips to the marble bases. Very decorative.
"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."