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A Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted rosewood grande commode en console England, last quarter 19th century, after the model by Hubert Hansen
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt bronze, marble kingwood
- height 35 1/2 in.; width 6 ft. 2 in.; depth 29 in.
- 90 cm; 188 cm; 73.5 cm
surmounted by a rouge griotte de Campan rubané marble top, above a long drawer flanked by cupboards
Literature
Pierre Kjellberg, Le Mobilier Français du XVIII siècle, Paris, 2002, p. 434 for the original at the Chateau de Mentmore
Condition
Overall in good condition and presentation with the usual minor hairline scratches and minute nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places also consistent with age and atmospheric conditions through the years. The marble with the usual minute chips to edges, light scratches to surface consistent with age and use, due to placing object on top. One key present.
We would advise the buyer to wax and French polish the veneers to nourish the wood and bring back the former color to this piece of furniture. We would also advise that the marble be buffed to renew the luster lost.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.