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A LOUIS XV CARVED GILTWOOD FRAME dated 1733, reduced in size
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- oil on canvas, beechwood
- height 36 1/4 in.; width 45 in.
- 92 cm; 114.5 cm
with the arms of the garde des sceaux du roi, containing a modern copy of the Rokeby Venus.
Provenance
Germain-Louis Chauvelin (1685-1762), garde des sceaux du roi between 1727 and 1737
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, abrasions and dents. Carving with abrasions, small chips and losses and restored small breaks; not extensive. Gesso with cracks, losses, abrasions and some flaking. Regilt, gilding with some losses. 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.