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A MAHOGANY AND MAHOGANY VENEERED ARMCHAIR, LOUIS XVI, ATTRIBUTED TO HENRI JACOB |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- mahogany, leather
- Haut. 87,5 cm., larg 55,5 cm. ; Height 34 1/2 in., width 21 3/4 in.
with an inverted backrest, openworked lozenges, the armrest supports and the front feet in baluster shape, upholstered in brown leather
Literature
Related literature :
D. Ledoux-Lebard, Les ébénistes du XIXe siècle 1795-1889, Paris, 1984, p. 372
D. Ledoux-Lebard, Les ébénistes du XIXe siècle 1795-1889, Paris, 1984, p. 372
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition with the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. One circular mahogany element is missing above the right hand side baluster armrest. One foot is slightly loose. There is a restoration above the right hand side front foot. There are traces of previous nails to the back mounts near the seat. The left hand side back foot has been slightly restored in the lower part. The construction is firm and sound. The leather is slightly rubbed. Elegant armchair.
"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
A similar armchair stamped by Henri Jacob (1753-1824) is illustrated in Denise Ledoux-Lebard's book, Les ébénistes du XIXe siècle 1795-1889, Paris, 1984, p. 372, and was then part of the Grognot & Joinel Collection.