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A SET OF TWELVE LOUIS XV CARVED GILTWOOD CHAIRS circa 1735
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- beechwood
- height 40 in.
- 102 cm
Together with eight later copies. 20 pieces.
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, abrasions and rubbing to carving. Scattered losses to gesso, most to later copies. Period pieces probably regessoed in areas. Scattered old worm damage to period pieces; most to underside. Period pieces regilt, gilding now with some rubbing and some losses to gilding. Some legs blocked, some feet probably retipped. 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.
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.