A LOUIS XVI STYLE CARVED AND GILT BEECHWOOD AND AUBUSSON TAPESTRY UPHOLSTERED FOUR-PIECE SALON SET France, mid 19th century

comprised of one settee and three armchairs, with oval backrests and fluted tapering legs, the upholstery with cartouches of putti at play framed by floral garlands.  Pegged construction.

Overall in good condition. All tapestry upholstery with extensive wear and losses to silk and wool warp fiber exposing cotton weft cords. The seams of construction visible. The frames with the usual nicks, dents and chips, sometimes exposing the gesso and bare wood. Extensive wear and loss to gilding to all edges. One armchair with a top crest partially detached and now bending inwards which will require professional restoration.
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.