Lot 151
  • 151

A SET OF TWELVE LOUIS XVI GRAY-PAINTED AND CARVED DINING CHAIRS circa 1780, stamped F. Geny

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • François Noël Geny (1731-1804), maître in 1773
  • BEECHWOOD
  • height 36 in.
  • 91.5 cm

Provenance

J. Cordonnier & Cie., Paris, 1960

Condition

Each with scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abraisons. Some chairs with restored breaks to lower sections of legs. Some with legs blocked. Decoration possibly original now refreshed, with rubbing and surface dirt. In good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.