Banquette de milieu en bois mouluré laqué gris d'époque Louis XVI, estampillée F. LAPIERRE A LYON

moulurée toutes faces, les dossiers en crosse, reposant sur six pieds fuselés à cannelures rudentées ; recouverte de velours 

The illustration is accurate despite a little too bright. Good overall condition despite the inevitable scractches and marks due to age and use. One lateral side is slightly woobly. The seatrail has been reinforced with two additional wooden rails which are only visible at the reverse of the seatrail. There rest of the construction is firm. Some wear to the patina revealing wood underneath. Some traces of old woodworm which are inactive now. A few minor losses to the wood due to this woodworm. The upholstery is sunfaded and dusty. The wooden structure is carved on each side and it makes this bench as a center piece if needed.
"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."

François Lapierre, menuisier reçu maître à Lyon en 1784