Lot 131
  • 131

Paire de fauteuils à dossier plat en hêtre sculpté d'époque Louis XV, estampillée P.CRESSENT

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • Haut. 91 cm, larg. 65 cm, prof. 66 cm
  • Height 35 3/4 in; width 25 1/2 in; depth 26 in
à décor floral ; le dossier cintré reposant sur des pieds cambrés ; garnie de lampas à décor floral sur fond crème

Condition

Illustration is quite accurate, although the fabric looks a little too green on the image. Stable structure. One seat with old woodworm traces, now filled in with wood paste. The other seat with a few stains on the silk fabric. Elegant pair of armchairs in good general 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. 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."

Catalogue Note

Pierre Cressent, menuisier reçu maître en 1757