- 146
Jean-Pierre-Alexandre Tahan
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Casket, circa 1850
- engraved TAHAN A PARIS
- silvered metal, limewood, mahogany
- 22 x 37 x 28 cm. (8 ¾ x 14 ½ x 11 in.)
stained lindenwood
Literature
Denise Ledoux-Lebard, Le Mobilier Français du XIX Siècle, Paris, 1989, pp. 595-598, pp. 593-598
Christopher Payne, European Furniture of the 19th Century, Woodbridge, 2012, p. 45 for information on Tahan
Christopher Payne, European Furniture of the 19th Century, Woodbridge, 2012, p. 45 for information on Tahan
Condition
In overall good condition, with typical signs of wear consumerate with age and use. The back left corners of the outer moulding have been damaged and crudely replaced. There are minor losses and chips to the extremities, notably to a leaf on the top cresting, and two places below to the front decoration. The green velvet interior with one drop in tray, which is slightly depressed. The back left hinge missing. The image in the printed catalogue is of a slightly brighter hue.
"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."
Catalogue Note
For information on the maker please see lot 147