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A pair of Louis XVI giltwood tabourets attributed to JACOB D.R. MESLEE covered in late 18th century Aubusson tapestry circa 1770, the legs probably replaced
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- beechwood
- height 14 in.; width 17 in.; depth 14 in.
- 36 cm; 43.5 cm; 36 cm
one branded FON and fleur-d-lys, one inscribed F117/2, bottom inscribed F180 and F..5117, one inscribed V4022 and 363V, legs probably replaced.
Provenance
Chateau de Fontainebleau, probably sold in 1881 or 1886.
Sold Christie's London, 2 December, 1997, lot 35 (The Property of a Lady).
Sold Christie's London, 2 December, 1997, lot 35 (The Property of a Lady).
Condition
With minor construction cracks. Legs probably replaced and now blocked. Minor abrasions and losses to carving; not extensive. Very minor chips to gesso. Regilt, gilding with traces of surface dirt and minor losses. In very 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
An identical stool, stamped JACOB D.R. MESLEE and with the Fontainbleau brand, was sold in the Mauerbach sale, Christie's Vienna, 28-30 October, 1996, lot 691. The stool, numbered F4251, F8872 and 2F1 05 16, is listed en suite with a bergère at Fontainebleau in the secondary appartements throughout the 19th century until presumably sold in the sales of 1881 or 1886.
The stamp JACOB D.R. MESLEE was employed during the partnership between François-Honoré-Georges Jacob and Georges Jacob between 1803 and 1813.