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A pair of Louis XV carved beechwood bergères by Jacques-Jean-Baptiste Tilliard mid-18th century, stamped Tilliard
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- beechwood, upholstery
- height 39 in.
- 99 cm
Provenance
The Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973
Condition
With some scattered age and construction cracks. Some abrasions, rubbing and minor chips to carving. Some old worm damage; not extensive. Restored break to one back leg of one chair. In good condition.
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.
Catalogue Note
Jacques-Jean-Baptiste Tilliard (1723-1798, maître in 1752) served a long apprenticeship in the workshop of his celebrated father, Jean-Baptiste Tilliard. He took over his father's atelier in the rue de Cléry, Aux Armes de France, and in 1766 succeeded him as menuisier du Garde-Meuble du Roi. Jacques-Jean-Baptiste Tilliard ran the workshop until the time of the Revolution. His clientele included the royal family (e.g. an important commission in 1777 for the private wardrobe of Princess Victoire at Versailles), the Prince de Soubise, the Ducs d'Aiguillon and d'Antin, the Duchesse de Mazarin and the Duchesse de Parme, daughter of Louis XV. While these bergères are probably by Jacques-Jean-Baptiste Tilliard, they could be by his father, Jean-Baptiste. Both father and son shared one workshop and the same stamp; therefore, it is difficult to attribute pieces to either one or the other with certainty.