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A pair of Louis XVI carved giltwood canapés by Pierre Bonnemain circa 1780
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- beechwood
- 93cm. high, 101cm. wide; 3ft. ¾in., 3ft. 3¾in.
upholstered under the direction of Pierre Delbée of Maison Jansen, Paris, circa 1965; each stamped BONNEMAIN and JME
Provenance
Christie's London, 11 December 2003, lot 18
Literature
J. Archer Abbott, Jansen Furniture, New York, 2007, p. 331 (illustrated)
Condition
This fine pair of canapes has been impressively re-upholstered. The upholstery is in very good condition. Retouching to gilding, and overall minor marks and scratches to the surface, consistent with age and use. Some minor construction cracks, as expected. Ready to place.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Pierre Bonnemain, received maître in 1751.