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A carved and grey painted salon suite, Louis XVI, late 18th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- painted wood, silk
- Les canapés : haut. 94 cm., long. 120 cm. ; les fauteuils : haut. 89 cm., larg. 60 cm. ; la chaise: haut. 87 cm., larg. 50 cm. ; The sofas: height 37in., length 47¼ in. ; the armchairs : height 35 in., width 23⅓in. ; the chair : height 34¼in., width 19⅔in.
comprising a pair of sofas, four armchairs and a chair, upholstered in green silk
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use.
There are some chips and rubbed areas to the painting, revealing the wood underneath.
The seatrails have been reinforced with wooden blocks.
There are some old woodworm traces.
All constructions are firm and sound.
There are stains and minor wears and tears to the silk.
"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."