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Jean Royère
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- JEAN ROYÈRE
- Pair of Armchairs
mahogany, gilt wood and fabric upholstery
Provenance
Jean François Dubois, Paris, 2002
Literature
Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Jean Royère, Paris, 2002, p. 37 (for a drawing of the chair model in a rendering of the Djeddah Palace)
Condition
Overall excellent condition. The chairs have been re-upholstered by the present owner. The frames with some light surface scratches and nicks, consistent with age and use. The sabots with some slight oxidation. One of the ball decorations is slightly loose, but remains in place. There is an adjacent chip to the wooden frame adjacent to the ball decoration. A very comfortable design.
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.