crossbanded and boxwood strung, mounted with porcelain panels depicting a child, birds, trophies and other Louis XV style motifs painted on a dark blue ground, the superstructure with raised centre section with galleried marble top above a cupboard door flanked by two bow front sections, with three frieze drawers, on cabriole legs

In country house condition, with wear consistent with age and use. Losses to veneers and cracks to this surface notably on legs. Rubbing to gilt-painted decoration on porcelain plaques. Age cracks to veneers at construction points. White marble top with old age crack. Apron of central frieze drawer with loose veneers and mount. Mounts tarnished and some loose. Very decorative.
"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."