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Eugène Gaillard
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Eugène Gaillard
- Five foyer chairs
- carved mahogany, heightened with stain, close nailed suede upholstery
- 95cm
Exhibited
The model exhibited:
Paris, La Société des Artistes Décorateurs, 1913
Literature
Alastair Duncan, The Paris Salons, 1895-1914, Volume III: Furniture, Woodbridge, 1996, p. 217
Condition
Wood is a deeper red/brown and upholstery a slightly darker green than suggested by catalogue illustration. Chairs have been re-upholstered in suede which is generally in good condition. Wood overall with marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. Chairs have been re-stained and judiciously restored, with work to the joints visible. A pleasing set with good outline and delicate carving.
"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."