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A suite of Empire parcel-gilt, painted and carved seat furniture circa 1815
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- beechwood
- height of canapés 39 1/2 in.; length of canapés 49 in., 76 1/2 in.; height of fauteuils 38 1/2 in.
- 100.5 cm; 124.5 cm,194.5 cm; 98 cm
comprising two canapés and two fauteuils.
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks. Some restored breaks to a few legs. Three legs broken off but present. Scattered losses, abrasions, rubbing and dents to carving. With scattered old worm damage; resulting in loss of wood in a few areas; most to feet. Scattered small chips and abraisons to gesso. Gilding and paint now with rubbing, losses and surface dirt. In sound 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.