Lot 229
  • 229

A set of three Louis XVI polychrome-painted panels, last quarter 18th century, now mounted as a folding screen

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • fruitwood, metal, oil on canvas
  • height 75 in.; length 67 1/2 in.
  • 191 cm; 171.5 cm

Condition

Frame with scattered age and construction cracks, abrasions, dents, losses to gesso and gilding. Panels probably reline, now with surface dirt and areas of inpainting. In good condition.
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