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A Louis XVI style gilt bronze-mounted mahogany table à écrire by Alfred-Emmanuel-Louis Beurdeley late 19th century, stamped A Beurdeley a Paris
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany, bronze
- height 27 1/2 in.; width 28 in.; depth 19 1/2 in.
- 70 cm; 71 cm; 49.5 cm
with a sliding leather-inset writing surface and fitted interior
Condition
Overall in good condition. Age cracks to top and undertier. Some fading and discoloration to mahogany of central drawer and the right front column. Gilt bronze in good condition. Sturdy.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The Beurdeley firm exhibited and won awards at all major international exhibitions during the second half of the nineteenth century. Started by Jean Beurdeley (1772-1853), it was later managed by his grandson, Alfred-Emmanuel-Louis who took over in 1875.