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An exceptionally large Aubusson covered carved giltwood salon suite Paris, circa 1890
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Canapé 194cm. wide.; 6ft. 4in.
comprising a set of six armchairs, six chairs, four canapé and a banquette, all with late 19th/early 20th century Aubusson tapestry upholstery, woven with bouquets of flowers with delicate scrolling golden trail support and surround with swags held by birds in each corner on the backs, and similar flowers within a foliate cartouche, depicted on the seats, all panels on ivory central ground with salmon coloured outer ground, all edged with narrow guilloche golden braid
Condition
Good overall condition. Minor losses to gilding. Tapestry upholstery in good condition.
"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."