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A LOUIS XVI GILTWOOD FAUTEUIL 'COMMODE', STAMPED G. IACOB, CIRCA 1780, FOR THE DUC D'ORLÉANS AT THE CHÂTEAU DU RAINCY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 93 cm, larg. 73 cm ; height 36 2/3 in; width 28 3/4 in
with an handwritten ink label 'Fauteuil Commode pour Monseigneur le duc d'Orléans au Raincy'; upholstered in a Louis XVI damask
Condition
The photograph is quite accurate. Construction is sound and sturdy. Traces of a small restoration to the rear left leg. The seat has been regilt and reupholstered with 18th century silk fabric (some wear to the fabric, especially to the front seat rest). Rare and elegant model, highly attractive seat in good overall condition.
"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
Georges Jacob, received master in 1765
Louis-Philippe, duc of Orléans named 'Le Gros' (1725-1785) bought the château du Raincy in 1769 (today destroyed).
The name 'fauteuil commode' on the label of our armchair was used by Georges Jacob in his "mémoires" or invoices, in order to designate the armchair ordered by comte d'Artois for the use of the King in Bagatelle (sold Christie's, London, 23 june 1999, lot 30). Like ours, this armchair has a reverse backrest, from where perhaps the term 'commode' used by Jacob.
A pair of very similar bergères stamped by Jacob sold in Paris, étude Tajan, 23 March 1999, lot 52.
Louis-Philippe, duc of Orléans named 'Le Gros' (1725-1785) bought the château du Raincy in 1769 (today destroyed).
The name 'fauteuil commode' on the label of our armchair was used by Georges Jacob in his "mémoires" or invoices, in order to designate the armchair ordered by comte d'Artois for the use of the King in Bagatelle (sold Christie's, London, 23 june 1999, lot 30). Like ours, this armchair has a reverse backrest, from where perhaps the term 'commode' used by Jacob.
A pair of very similar bergères stamped by Jacob sold in Paris, étude Tajan, 23 March 1999, lot 52.