A PAIR OF ITALIAN LACQUERED AND PARCEL-GILT COMMODES, VENICE MID 18TH CENTURY

Property from a Private European Collection
A PAIR OF ITALIAN LACQUERED AND PARCEL-GILT COMMODES, VENICE MID 18TH CENTURY

each with a later white marble top, later mounts, decoration restored
83cm. high, 117cm. wide, 56cm. deep; 2ft. 8¾in., 3ft. 10in., 1ft. 10in.

COMPARATIVE LITERATURE
S. Colombo, L'arte del mobile in Italia, Milan, 1981, no. 255.
G. Morazzoni, Il Mobile Veneziano del'700, Milan, 1958, tav. CDXXI.

Condition Report:
In overall good condition. As stated in the catalogue, with a later marble top and later mounts. Generally with inor chips and scratches throughout consistent with age and use. Minor losses to gilding and paint. Visible cracks due to shrinkage especially visible on the sides of each commode. Evidence of old woodworm activity, which no longer appears to be active. The marble tops with minor old marks and scratches.

"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.
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