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André Groult
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
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Description
- André Groult
- Pair of chairs and pair of armchairs, circa 1922
- painted wood
- Armchairs : 89,5 x 66 x 64 cm ; 35 1/4 x 26 x 25 1/8 in. Chairs : 93 x 52 x 51 cm ; 36 5/8 x 20 1/2 x 20 in.
painted wood, upholstered seat
Each armchair branded André Groult on the underside
Each armchair branded André Groult on the underside
Provenance
Private collection, Paris
Literature
Michel Dufet and Marcel Astruc, "Les Décorations d'André Groult et de Charles Martin", Feuillets d'Art, January 1922, pl. 27
Felix Marcilhac, André Groult, décorateur-ensemblier du XXème siècle, Paris, 1997, pp. 90-91
Felix Marcilhac, André Groult, décorateur-ensemblier du XXème siècle, Paris, 1997, pp. 90-91
Condition
The set has been re-painted in white at a later stage, there are numerous lacks of white paint revealing the most likely original red paint underneath (and more rarely the wood)
The white paint with dirt overall, and a few patches of mould on the paint on the inside of the apron.
On theach one of the chairs : the proper left front foot has been partially broken and re-glued. Otherwise, good structural condition.
The upholstery is dirty and slightly worn, and some of the passementerie is missing or partially falling off.
"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."