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Two pairs of Louis XV style parcel-gilt white-painted and carved wood doors second half 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- beechwood, paint, gilt, metal
- height 132 1/2 in.; width 61 1/2 in.
- 336.5 cm; 155.5 cm
Provenance
Ariane Dandois, sold Sotheby's New York, October 26, 2007, lot 534
Property of Mrs. Wendell Cherry, sold Sotheby's New York, May 8, 2009, lot 190
Property of Mrs. Wendell Cherry, sold Sotheby's New York, May 8, 2009, lot 190
Condition
With age and construction cracks throughout. Small chips and very minor losses to carving and areas near hardware. Some areas of loss with refreshed decoration. Rubbing to gilding and paint, traces of surface dirt. Old drill holes in frame as visible in catalogue illustration. In overall good condition, attractive carving. Carved only to one side of each door.
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.