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A SET OF SIX EMPIRE CARVED WALNUT CHAIRS CIRCA 1803, STAMPED REQUIER AND JACOB D. R. MESLEE
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter (1796-1803)
- walnut, metal
- height 34 3/4 in.
- 88.5 cm
6 chairs branded with the inventory mark of the Château de Fontainebleau; 1 chair branded with the inventory mark of the Palais des Tuileries; 4 chairs stamped Jacob D R Meslee; 3 chairs stamped Requier. 6 chairs with the inventory marks F662, F or T 1618., 798., 2808, and .161
Provenance
Palais des Tuileries
Château de Fontainebleau
Château de Fontainebleau
Condition
Small size and nicely restored. With very small age and construction cracks and signs of old worm, not extensive. Minor dents and surface scratches, as consistent with age. Various small patches. Legs blocked. One chair with two legs with restored breaks. Other chairs with some restored cracks around legs or seat rails.
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.