Lot 92
  • 92

A pair of Louis XV giltwood fauteuils à la reine, attributed to René Cresson mid-18th century

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • height 37 1/2 in.; width 27 1/2 in.; depth 23 in.
  • 95 cm; 70 cm; 58.5 cm

Exhibited

Chinese Porcelain Company, New York, Catalogue, Spring 2000, pp. 18-21.

Condition

Regilt. With a few scattered small age and construction cracks, not extensive. One leg with old repair. Some signs of old worm damage, also moderate. Small losses to gesso, rubbing and some losses to gilding. In otherwise good overall conditon.
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.