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Bureau en ébène et marqueterie d’écaille et laiton à monture de bronze doré de style Louis XIV, seconde moitié du XIXe siècle, d’après André-Charles Boulle
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 76 cm, larg. 197 cm, prof. 91 cm
- Height 30 in; width 77 in; depth 36 1/2 in
le plateau recouvert de cuir rouge et ceint d'une lingotière, la ceinture à décor de rinceaux feuillagés ouvrant à trois tiroirs, reposant sur des pieds cambrés ; riche ornementation de bronze doré : masques d'hommes, chutes à têtes de femme et sabots en griffe
Provenance
- Vente Christie's à Londres, le 18 juin 1987, lot 208
- Vente Christie's à Londres, le 14 mai 2009, lot 120
- Vente Christie's à Londres, le 14 mai 2009, lot 120
Condition
The illustration is accurate, good overall condition despite the inevitable dents, scratches and marks due to the age and use, especially on the leather top. Otherwise, the gilt-bronzes have been carfeully cleaned up and the marquetry has been restored. Ready to be displayed.
"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."