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A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI CARVED GILTWOOD FAUTEUILS CIRCA 1775
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- beechwood, gilt
- height 35 in.
- 89 cm
en suite with lots 11 and 12.
Provenance
Property from the Estate of Mrs. Charles W. Engelhard, Christie's New York, March 18, 2005, lot 272
Condition
These are very nice quality. In Country house tired condition. The upholstery is torn and will need to be re-done or cleaned and restored. There are chips to carved detail, the beech timber is visible in places were the gilding has rubbed away. There is some re-touching and ingrained dirt. The gilt surface whilst original features areas of re-touching and exposed gesso. One of the chairs has been re-blocked. There are numerous old tack holes. Filler to joints. One re-blocked and evidence of glue. Both are sturdy. These are a smart pair of chairs which would benefit from some sympathetic restoration subject to taste.
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.