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End of Year Fine Auction Event Day 2

Sun, Dec 10, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 718

FRENCH LOUIS XVI STYLE MARBLE-TOP COMMODE

Estimate: $600 - $800

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

French Louis XVI style marble-top commode, early 20th c., case in a later painted finish, three drawers, fluted corner posts continuing to tapered legs, approx 33.75"h, 43"w, 19"d Start Price: $400.00

Condition

12.5.23, 1:54 pm: In my opinion regarding LOT 718: I note that the commode is presently intact and structurally sturdy, the marble top exhibits typical minor edge chipping, including to the unfinished back edge, as well as inherent natural inclusions and fissures, the mounted bronze under the bottom drawer is unassociated and was installed upside down, and there are varied ring pulls, the drawers currently operate smoothly, and there is residual paint on the edges of most of the metal hardware, the entirety of the paint appears to be later-added (not original to production of the commode), and there is typical surface wear, including to the marble, such as abrasions, scuffs, and paint loss/wear<br><br>Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as is and where is. No statement regarding the age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.

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