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A pair of Charles X mahogany bergeres circa 1830
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- MAHOGANY BEECH
possibly by Francois-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter, each with a padded back and out-scrolled arms
Literature
Comparative Literature: Anne-Foray-Carlier, Le Mobilier du Chateau de Chantilly, Dijon, 2010, p.122, no. 36, pl.568, Pierre de la Mésangère, Fauteuil Mécanique, reproduced Meubles et Objets de Gout, pl. 568 ( Musée Carnavalet, Paris), for a design for a related armchair.
Also see the same author, op. cit. p.123 for an identically carved armchair, although a fauteuil mécanique, attributed to Francois- Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter (Inv. OA 438).
Condition
Good overall condition. Some minor slight marks to the upholstery. Old marks and scratches to the frames consistent with age and use.
"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
An almost identical pair of chairs was sold Sotheby`s London, 3rd May 2012, from the collection of Prince and Princess Henry de la Tour d`Auvergne Lauraguais, lot 138. One of the chairs in this lot was stamped BARREAU. This stamp relates to Etienne-Ovide Barreau, active 1803-1830.