Lot 17
  • 17

A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI CARVED MAHOGANY FAUTEUILS LATE 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany, leather upholstery
  • height 34 1/4 in.
  • 87 cm

Provenance

Collection d'un Amateur, Christie's Paris, June 21, 2011, lot 98

Condition

In excellent condition. Upholstered in a slightly distressed brown leather. One chair with restored cracks to the uppermost joins of both arms. Minor chips to some of the legs; now restored with small areas of infill. Crisp carving and good color.
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.