à dossier plat richement sculpté de rocailles, feuillages et fleurs, la ceinture feuillagée centrée d'une grenade éclatée, reposant sur des pieds cambrés ; garnis à châssis et recouverts de velours ocre

The illustration is accurate, good overall condition despite the inevitable dents, scratches and marks due to the age and use. Both constructions are ferm and sound, a few traces of woodworm old and inactive as visible on the illistration. They are some chips to the gilding revealing white gesso underneath. The upholstery is slightly stained and dusty with a small hole at the rear of one back. Nice model. Please note that this condition report was made on August 31th 2016 inside Robert de Balkany's hôtel rue de Varenne; this lot will be shipped to Sotheby's galleries before the exhibit and the sale.
"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."