Lot 51
  • 51

Bergère à oreilles en hêtre sculpté d'époque Louis XV, estampillée TILLIARD

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • wood
  • Haut. 113,5 cm, larg. 80 cm, prof. 99 cm
  • Height 44 3/4 in; width 31 1/2 in; depth 39 in
la ceinture sculptée d'un cartouche en forme de coeur ; recouverte de damas cramoisi (usures et déchirures) ; (laquée à l'origine)

Condition

Illustration is accurate. It has been stripped out. Old traces of woodworm damages. Small cracks and chips in places. Nevertheless, stable structure (recent restorations inside the seat rails and traces of old fixations). Velvet upholstery in bad condition, torn, especially on the cushion, the armrests, the sides and the back.
"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

Jean-Baptiste Tilliard II, menuisier reçu maître en 1752