on stepped base, the central portion with six small drawers behind doors, mounted with large enamel plaques of mythological scenes and at the corners with spiral-fluted enamel columns enclosing gilt-metal figures, gilt-metal arabesque mounts, the top with enamel friezes below Europa and the Bull finial

base lacking one gilt-metal mount, a little rough around keyhole, one plaque border lifting, minor crackng and flaking to veneer, otherwise good, nicequality plaques and impressive form and size
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.
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