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A pair of carved walnut armchairs each stamped Bovo Louis XV, mid 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- walnut
each with a cartouche shaped padded back above padded arms, serpentine padded seat on cabriole legs, the frame carved with flowers and foliage
Condition
In good conserved condition. Joints sound and sturdy. Evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active. Construction cracks at joints which do not detract from the piece and can be left. Front foot of one restored. Some very minor losses to the carving especially the flower on the top-rail to the rear side-rail on one. Two rear feet on one restored. On the back of one seat-rail there is a medium sized section chipped off.
"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:
B. Pallot, The Art of the Chair in 18th Century France, Paris, 1989, p. 218.
Although there is a paucity of information about this maker, Bovo was a Parisian menuisier active during the reign of Louis XV. There is however, a divergence of opinion, as certain authors state that the Bovo stamp corresponds to the mark of a sculptor rather than that of a menuisier. Others attribute it to Léonard Beauvau who was part of the circle of Nicolas Heurtaut, who besides being a master of sculpture was also menuisier of chairs. This could also be the case of the mysterious Bovo and would explain the quality of his production and originality of the carving of some of his seat furniture.
B. Pallot, The Art of the Chair in 18th Century France, Paris, 1989, p. 218.
Although there is a paucity of information about this maker, Bovo was a Parisian menuisier active during the reign of Louis XV. There is however, a divergence of opinion, as certain authors state that the Bovo stamp corresponds to the mark of a sculptor rather than that of a menuisier. Others attribute it to Léonard Beauvau who was part of the circle of Nicolas Heurtaut, who besides being a master of sculpture was also menuisier of chairs. This could also be the case of the mysterious Bovo and would explain the quality of his production and originality of the carving of some of his seat furniture.