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A CARVED AND GILT-WALNUT FIRESCREEN, LOUIS XIV |
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- gilt-walnut
- Haut. 132,5 cm., larg. 73 cm., prof. 41 cm. ; Height 52 1/4 in., width 28 3/4, depth 16 1/4 in.
with foliate scrolls, square tapered mounts, on scrolled feet, the screen with a tapestry with a treillis pattern and at the center the coat of arms of a Marquis; (restorations to the gilding)
Literature
Literature references:
Louis XIV, Fastes et Décors, musée des Arts décoratifs, Paris, May-October 1960, n. 44
Louis XIV, Fastes et Décors, musée des Arts décoratifs, Paris, May-October 1960, n. 44
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. The construction is firm. The firescreen is regilt. There are some chips and rubbed areas to the gilding, revealing the white gesso, the red bowl and the wood underneath.There are some restorations to the gilding, especially to the feet. There are new pegs to the feet. The leaf has been restored with a new back fabric. There are some minor wears to the tapestry. The metal wires are oxidised.
"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
This firescreen is close to the one with a rare embroidery and ornamentation inspired by Daniel Marot's designs probably from the collections of Frederic August III of Poland, Elector of Saxony (sale Sotheby's Paris, Une dynastie américaine en Europe. Collections E. Post Close et A. Post de Bekessy, 20 December 2017, lot 674). A 'Sr Charlier de Paris' was specialised in those embroideries and his name appeared regularly in the Inventaires des Meubles de la Couronne.