le plateau de forme hexagonale orné de femmes ailées, rinceaux et arabesques sur fond d'écaille rouge, bordure d'ébène et encadrement de bronze doré, reposant sur un fût à facettes à décor de lambrequins, terminé par trois pieds en enroulement ; (transformation probable de guéridons porte-torchère)

൲Succession d'un Amat🤡eur, vente Christie's à Monaco, le 5 décembre 1992, lot 35

 

Référence bibliographique :

B. Langer et H. Ottomeyer, Die französischen Möbel des 18. Jahrhunderts, Munich, 1995, n°1, p. 40 

 

Illustration is quite accurate. The trays show traces of previous restorations which were well undertaken. On tops, the marquetry is very slightly lifting but does not need further restoration. The stands are in overall good condition. The gilt bronze mounts with some wear to the gilding. The structure is solid. Both present slight differences in construction. Very decorative pieces certainly adapted from higher guéridons porte-torchères.
"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."

Cette paire de petits guéridons porte-torchère rappelle la paire conservée à la Residenz à Munich, tant dans la forme générale que par le motif rayonnant du plateau.