Lot 50
  • 50

Suite de six fauteuils à dossier plat en bois sculpté et doré d'époque Louis XV, estampillée C.F. NORMAND

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Haut. 106 cm, larg. 70 cm
  • Height 41 3/4 in; width 27 1/2 in
le dossier à épaulement, sculpté de fleurs et feuillages, reposant sur des pieds cambrés ; recouverts de tapisserie au point à décor de pavots

Condition

All constructions are ferm amd sound, the gilding is later with some chips and wear throught out, revealing red and white gesso underneath, the upholstery has been green with vibrant colors but some areas are slightly distressed especially on the seat. Please note that this condition report was made on August 31th 2016 inside Robert de Balkany's hôtel rue de Varenne; this lot will be shipped to Sotheby's galleries before the exhibit and the sale
"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."

Catalogue Note

Charles-François Normand, menuisier reçu maître en 1746