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A carved and grey painted salon suite, Louis XVI, circa 1780
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- wool, wood
- Le canapé : haut. 98,5 cm., larg. 138 cm. ; les fauteuils : haut. 99 cm., larg. 64 cm. ; The sofa : height 38⅔ in., width 54⅓ in. : the armchairs : height 39 in., width 25¼ in.
comprising a sofa and three armchairs, with ribbons and acanthus leaves, upholstered in orange and beige silk; (the foot of one armchair restored)
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
Good overall condition despite the inevitable minor scratches and marks due to age and use. There are some chips to the painting revealing the wood underneath.
All constructions are firm and sound.
As stated in the catalogue description, a leg has been replaced to one armchair. Three front feet of two armchairs have been restored.
The wooden pegs have been replaced and one construction stretcher under the seatrail of the sofa has been replaced.
There are cracks and shrinkage cracks to the front feet of the sofa.
The upholstery is in good condition, with minor wears and tears, especially near the armrests.
"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."