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Paire de gaines en bois noirci, marqueterie d'écaille, laiton et étain à monture de bronze doré, XIXe siècle, d’après le modèle d’André-Charles Boulle
Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- tortoiseshell
- Haut. 130 cm, larg. 52 cm cm, prof. 36,5 cm
- Height 51 1/4 in; width 20 1/2 in; depth 14 1/3 in
le plateau de forme rectangulaire sommé d'un socle, surmontant une doucine ornée d'acanthes stylisées et écoinçons en bronze doré ; la façade ornée d'un tablier à décor de rinceaux et arabesques, et flanquée sur les côtés de larges enroulements d'acanthe ; reposant sur une base en forme d'arche à décor de rosaces
Condition
Illustration is a little too shiny.
Good overall condition, despite scattered marks, dents and scratches throughout the surface consistent with handling. Old restorations and minor lifts to the brass and tortoiseshell marquetry. On one pedestal, the marquetry on the sides of the top is replaced by a painted decoration.
"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."