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A pair of early Louis XV giltwood wall brackets circa 1740
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- pine
- height 10 1/2 in.; width 7 in.; depth 3 1/4 in.
- 26.5 cm; 18 cm; 8.5 cm
Provenance
Fischer-Böhler, Munich; The Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973
Condition
Unique and interesting design, very sweet with a nice basketweave pattern to gesso below shelf. Slight differences in the carving between the two examples. Eyehook brackets attached to the back for hanging. One of the brackets with more obvious chips to gesso including a 1 1/2 inch loss to the bottom stem; with a replaced garland to the center of the opening. The other with the C-scroll at the bottom possibly replaced. Rubbing to gilding throughout consistent with use and age.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.