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A Louis XVI style ivory and pale pink painted child's fauteuil
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- beechwood and paint
- 81cm. high, 47cm. wide, 38cm. deep; 2ft. 7¾in., 1ft. 6½in., 1ft. 3in.
with a moulded frame, the padded oval back, padded downscrolled arms and stuffed seat on fluted turned tapering legs
Provenance
Olive, Lady Baillie, Lowndes House, London, recorded in Lady Baillie's Bedroom
This could be one of:
Two Petits fauteuils Epoque Louis XVI dossier forme coeur, bois laque nombreaux motifs sculptes (feuillages rubans) upholstered moire turquoise Wagner 20.7.64 £662 (see also lot 62).
Condition
In overall good condition. Joints sound and sturdy. A couple of construction cracks have opened up at the base of the back which can easily be filled. Reblocked. Evidence of previous casters.
"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."