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A set of six Louis XVI white-painted and parcel-gilt chairs circa 1775, four stamped C. Sene
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Claude II Sené, maître in 1769
- beechwood
- height 36 1/4 in.; width 20 1/2 in.; depth 18 in.
- 92 cm; 52 cm; 46 cm
Provenance
Bernard Steinitz, Paris, 1985
Condition
All six pieces with age and construction cracks and with signs of old worm damage. Losses to gesso. Feet blocked. Regilt and repainted, gilding now with losses and rubbing, paint with rubbing and surface dirt. All six in sound overall 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.