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Gallé and Eugène Gaillard
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pair of Chairs, circa 1909
- each carved Gallé
- mahogany with suede upholstery, pâte de verre cabochons
- each: 97 x 47 x 47 cm. (38 1/8 x 18 1/2 x 18 1/2 in.)
mahogany with suede upholstery, pâte de verre cabochons
Provenance
see previous lot
Literature
see previous lot
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. Very minor scattered scuffs concentrated to the feet and backrests. One chair with a hairline radiating from the rear base of the backrest to the seat and appears stable, with an additional older repair to a hairline at the top right rear of the backrest, approximately 5 cm running vertically and appears stable. Both chairs have been reupholstered and present very well overall.
"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."