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A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI CARVED CREAM BEECHWOOD MARQUISES BY JEAN-BAPTISTE LELARGE, CIRCA 1785 |
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Haut. 98 cm, larg. 85 cm ; height 38 1/2 in; width 33 1/2 in
the arched backrest and frieze carved with twisted laurel, pearls and piastres; covered with silk ; one stamped I.B. LELARGE under the front seat rail
Condition
The illustration is accurate. Very good restored condition. Stable structure. A few traces of old woodworm damages (not active anymore). A stretcher probably replaced under the seat rail (not visible). As said, the seats were repainted. Comfortable seats with a beautiful carving and nice proportions, ready to display. A piece of matching fabric (220 x 67 cm) is sold together with the lot.
"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
The IB Lelarge stamp most probably corresponds to Jean-Baptiste Lelarge III, who used the same one as his father Jean-Baptiste Lelarge II (master status in 1738). He took over his father's workshop shortly after his death in 1771. Jean-Baptiste III received his master status in 1775 and he soon earned an excellent reputation among the rich French and European clientele including the King of Portugal. His name is not mentioned in the archives of France's royal furniture depository, Garde-Meubles royal.