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Paire de chaises en noyer d'époque Empire, estampillées JACOB D. RUE MESLEE
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- estampillées JACOB D. RUE MESLEE
- Haut. 90.5 cm
- Height 35 2/3 in
le dossier ajouré en gerbe, l'assise en fer à cheval ; garnies de cuir brun ; portant une étiquette ancienne manuscrite Salon de Monsieur le Maréchal Davout
Condition
Illustration is accurate ; the chairs slightly more red. Very attractive model, in good condition with small scratches and dents to the mahogany. Stable structure ; nice colour of leather in overall good condition. Unusual model with an interesting provenance.
"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
Louis-Nicolas Davout (1770-1823), duc d'Auerstaedt et prince d'Eckmühl, devint maréchal de France en 1804, ce qui implique que ces chaises furent commandées entre 1804 et 1813, date de la dissolution de la société de Georges Jacob et de son fils François-Honoré-Georges Jacob.