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A pair of Restauration mahogany and giltwood armchairs circa 1825, stamped N. Ruth
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Nicolas Ruth is recorded working at 24 rue de Charonne between 1811 and 1836, see Denise Ledoux-Lebard, Les ébénistes du XIXe siècle, Paris, 1984, p. 567.
- height 36 3/4 in.; width 23 1/4 in.; depth 20 in.
- 93.5 cm; 59 cm; 51 cm
Condition
Minor restoration to one of the armchairs on the right side of the seat rail where it joins the arms, minor worm holes scratches and dents. Legs have been blocked, very minor restoration to the back right leg of one of the chairs, minor restorations to the feet. In otherwise very good condition.
This lot will be offered without reserve.
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.