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A set of six Italian yellow lacquered and parcel-gilt armchairs, Piedmontese mid 18th century
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 GBP
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Description
- beech/poplar
each with a cartouche shaped padded back above padded downscrolled arms and serpentine padded seat, the top-and-seat-rail centred by a stylised scallopshell, the frame carved with acanthus leaves, scrolls and rocaille, on cabriole legs terminating in scrolled feet, the red Buongiordano fabric with floral motif; decoration refreshed
Provenance
Sold as lot 25 in these Rooms, 10th March 1999, The Italian Furniture: From the Estate of the late Giuseppe Rossi, Volume I.
Literature
R. Antonetto, Minusieri ed ebanisti del Piemonte, Turin, 1985, plate 298, page 21.
G. Wannenes, Mobili d'Italia, Milan, 1984, Tav. XIX.
G. Wannenes, Mobili d'Italia, Milan, 1984, Tav. XIX.
Condition
Good overall condition with very minor chips in places and very minor wear to painting and gilding. There is more contrast in reality between the yellow painting and gilding which is most attractive. Nicely carved. Joints sound and sturdy. Good large size.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Comparative Literature:
E. Colle, Museo d'Arti Applicate, Mobili ed Intagli Lignei, Milano, 1996, pp. 266, 267, cat. 416, where a very similar armchair and a chair en suite (cat. 417) are illustrated (now in the Decorative Arts Museum, Milan).
A. Pedrini, Il mobilio, gli ambienti e le decorazioni nei secoli XVII e XVIII i Piemonte, Turin, 1953, page 125, plate 244.
The present armchairs are identical to a set in the royal residence, Palazzo Madama, Turin. They are visible in an interior view published by C. Steiner, Mobili e Ambienti Italiani dal gotico al floreale, Milan, 1963, pl. 440.
E. Colle, Museo d'Arti Applicate, Mobili ed Intagli Lignei, Milano, 1996, pp. 266, 267, cat. 416, where a very similar armchair and a chair en suite (cat. 417) are illustrated (now in the Decorative Arts Museum, Milan).
A. Pedrini, Il mobilio, gli ambienti e le decorazioni nei secoli XVII e XVIII i Piemonte, Turin, 1953, page 125, plate 244.
The present armchairs are identical to a set in the royal residence, Palazzo Madama, Turin. They are visible in an interior view published by C. Steiner, Mobili e Ambienti Italiani dal gotico al floreale, Milan, 1963, pl. 440.