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A LOUIS XV CARVED GILTWOOD BERGÈRE circa 1750, stamped Bauve
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Mathieu Bauve (d.c.1786), maître in 1754
- beechwood
- height 38 3/4 in.
- 98.5 cm
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, abrasions and dents. Scattered minor chips and abrasions to carving. Underside with old worm damage resulting in loss to wood in one area of seat rail. Scattered cracks, losses and chips to gesso. Regilt, gilding with some rubbing, losses and chips. In good condition. Overall depth 29 inches, seat depth 21 inches, seat width 30 inches.
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.