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End of Year Fine Auction Event Day 1

Sat, Dec 9, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 235

PETITE FRENCH FRUITWOOD BONHEUR DU JOUR

Estimate: $300 - $500

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 fruitwood ladies writing desk, late 20th c., superstructure fitted with six drawers, above the pull-out writing surface inset with leather, single frieze drawer, medial tier, on tapering legs, inscribed: "fait par Roger Demaine fai 1982," approx 37"h, 23.5"w, 14.5"d Start Price: $200.00

Condition

12.6.23, 2:38pm: In my opinion regarding LOT 235: I note that the item is intact and structurally sound, there is some light spotting on the inset leather, retaining a supple texture, which continues onto the wood on either side of the inset, there is light chipping to the top edge of the six-drawer superstructure, particularly on the left side edge, there is a visible split to the verso, and the recessed panel featured at the verso has lightly visible glue around the corners of trim that appears slightly ill-fitted, possibly having been repaired, there is light typical surface wear including minor abrasions and scuffs<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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