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A Louis XVI style gilt bronze-mounted amaranth, sycamore and satinwood trellis parquetry table à écrire France, 20th century, in the manner of Jean-Henri Riesener
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt bronze, multiple wood
- height 28 1/2 in.; width 31 3/4 in.; depth 21 in.
- 72.5 cm; 80.5 cm; 53 cm
the top decorated with trellis parquetry, fitted with a frieze drawer
Condition
Overall in good condition. With a glass top. Some minor age cracks to veneers; small nicks and bruises consistent with use and age.
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.
Catalogue Note
The present model is closely related to a table made by J. H. Riesener delivered in 1783 to Versailles, for the cabinet intérieur of Madame Elisabeth, sister to Louis XVI, which is now in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.