Lot 95
- 95
A Napoleon III gilt-metal and porcelain guéridon third quarter 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt-bronze, porcelain
- 84cm. high, 76.5cm. diameter; 2ft. 9in., 2ft. 6in.
the circular top centred by a portrait of Louis XVI, within a bleu celeste border, the rim inset with further vignette portraits of prominent women of society, on a baluster stem cast with foliage with an ebonised plinth base
Condition
Decorative but would benefit from workshop attention. Ingrained dirt. Some plaquettes with repaired cracks. Lacking one foot.
"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."
Catalogue Note
For another table, possibly from the same manufactory and workshop, see that sold and illustrated on the catalogue cover of Sotheby's Olympia, Furniture, Sculpture and Rugs, 22-23 November 2001, lot 437