- 994
Two matched pairs of Louis XVI grey painted chairs, late 18th century, two partially illegibly stamped LEG...
Estimate
1,200 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- beech
- the canapé 133cm. wide; 4ft. 3in.
with channelled square and oblong back rests and seat frames on turned and fluted supports, stuffed seats and padded back panels, upholstered in grey trellis silk; redecorated and reblocked, together with a carved giltwood caned canapé in Louis XV style, with a curved back
and sides within a moulded frame throughout, carved flowers at the
crest and scallop-shell on the seat rail, woven cane panels and raised on
cabriole legs
and sides within a moulded frame throughout, carved flowers at the
crest and scallop-shell on the seat rail, woven cane panels and raised on
cabriole legs
Condition
The chairs:
Re-decorated. Old worm to the seat rails which no longer appears to be active. Some chairs re-blocked. Upholstery could benefit from a clean according to taste. Old marks and scratches commensurate with age.
The canapé:
Gilding worn and flaking in areas. Old marks and scratches.
"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."