Jacques Quinet

Barry Friedman, Ltd., New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2000

Guitemie Maldonaldo, Jacques Quinet, Paris, 2000, pp. 52, 77 and 122 (for related chairs)

Overall in very good condition. the wooden elements of the chair frame appear to have a sensitively applied later finish that is consistent with the original design and well executed. The frames with minor surface scratches, and a few minor abrasions consistent with gentle use. The edges of both chairs display minor chips and losses to the lacquer along the front edges of the armrest and outer edges of the feet, some of them reveal the original red under lacquer underneath. One chair with an edge loss to the lacquer measuring approximately ¼ inch in length approximately 3 ½ inches below the armrest. The same chair with another minor loss to the lacquer along the diagonal seam of the top rail of the backrest measuring ½ inch in length. Both of these losses are visible in the catalogue illustration to the chair shown on the right side of the photograph. The gilt metal elements of the chair decorative scheme appear to have been sensitively cleaned at some point in the pieces history. They presents with a few surface scratches and discoloration consistent with age and gentle use. The leather upholstery appears later and is executed in a manner and material consistent with the original design. The leather surfaces with a nice patination throughout. The leather presents with minor surface scratches, a few scattered very minor discolorations and a few nicks concentrated to the leather piping. The chair shown in the right of the catalogue illustration with a minor V-shaped tear to the leather, each side measuring 1 inch in length. With a second adjacent V-shaped tear, each side measuring ½ inch in length. The chairs with nice classically inspired detailing to the frame. ---
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.
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