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A carved beech bergère, early Louis XV, circa 1730
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- beech
- Haut. 109 cm., larg. 77 cm. ; Height 43in., width 30¼in.
the foliate carved padded backrest, with padded and scrolled armrests, above a carved seat rail on outward scrolled legs, upholstered in floral polychrome and blue silk
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. There is one visible but minor crack to the left hand side and upper part of the backrest.
There are woodworm traces with losses to the seatrail.
The castors are later.
The silk is in good overall condition.
The construction is firm.
Please note that the bergère is sold without the square cushion visible on the catalogue illustration.
Nice carving and shape.
"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."