- 1071
A Louis XV cream-painted canapé en corbeille, circa 1750
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Wood, silk upholstery, paint
- height 37 1/2 in.; width 57 1/2 in.; depth 24 1/2 in.
- 95 cm; 146 cm; 62 cm
Covered in coral decorated floral cream silk.
Provenance
Christie's New York, November 22, 1980, lot 177
Condition
In good condition. White painted decoration refreshed. Traces of old worm holes, Old repairs to back feet and small old repair to proper left crest rail. Very minor scattered nicks, scuffing and age cracks. Upholstery in excellent condition. Sturdy construction and ready to use.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.