A set of nine French Neoclassical polychrome-painted and carved bergères en gondole one circa 1765, three late 19th century and stamped Made in France, five of a later date

supplied circa 1927-1930 by Elsie de Wolfe for the New York apartment of Condé Nast, the owner of Vogue Magazine

Christie's New York, 27 May 1999, lot 38.  

Josephine Ross, Society in Vogue, New York, 1992, p. 127 illustrated

All with age and construction cracks, abrasions to carving and dents. One with break to back. 18th-century piece with large cracks to back and sides and worm damage. All redecorated, paint now with losses, rubbing and surface dirt. In otherwise good 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.
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