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A Louis XIV style carved giltwood longstool second half 19th century
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- giltwood, velvet, oak
- 48cm. high, 95cm. wide, 43cm. deep; 1ft. 7in., 3ft. 1¼in., 1ft. 5in.
with red velvet and appliqué upholstery by Jacques Garcia, the turned and carved legs united by conforming stretchers
Condition
In overall good condition. The stretcher with some chips and scuffs to the gilding as to be expected from age and use. There are signs of old worm to one of the central cartouches of the stretcher which appears to be no longer active.The feet with customary chips and marks although one foot has some more notable losses to the gilding and chips.
"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."
"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."