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A carved giltwood lit à la polonaise Louis XV, mid 18th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- oak gilding iron
- approx 295cm high, 194cm wide, 132cm deep; 9ft. 10 1/2in., 6ft. 4 1/2in., 4ft. 4in.
the serpentine canopy on wrought iron supports above a serpentine head-and foot-board joined by side-rails, the moulded frame carved with a floral bouquet and acanthus leaves on squat cabriole legs and later metal castors; feet cut; regilt
Provenance
Sold Important Mobilier, Objets d'art, Orfevrerie, Christie's, Paris, 16th December 2002, lot 221.
Condition
In good conserved condition. The upholstery is later and so too is the mattress which is on iron wheels. Very nice detail to carving. The canopy has been reblocked.
"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."