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A PAIR OF PARCEL-GILTWOOD SOFAS IN LOUIS XVI STYLE, LATE 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description
- giltwood, cotton
- Haut. 96 cm., larg. 120 cm., prof. 58 cm. ; Height 37 3/4 in., width 47 1/4 in., depth 22 3/4 in.
upholstered in toile de Jouy
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. The gilding is rubbed and tarnished, revealing the red bowl, the white gesso and the wood underneath, to the angles, the armrests, the feet. There are stains, wears and tears to the 'toile de Jouy' style fabric, especially to the armrest and to the padded arms. the construction is firm and sound.
"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."