comprising a canapé and five chairs; the canapé branded R 24 and with a handwritten paper label: chambre N, three chairs branded R 27, two chairs branded R 24, together with a Charles X mahogany and upholstered fauteuil branded R 10 (7)

A stylish set of chairs of smart form. Four chairs each with a replaced single leg. One of these later legs with crudely applied varnish. Lifting to veneer at the frieze of some chairs, there are also some very minor losses to the veneer in these areas. There is some strain to the joints above each leg on the frieze. One chair of an unsteady stance. Traces of worm - easily fixed. Upholsterey stained in places. These will require re-upholstery to taste. The repairs that have taken place over the years are fairly crude and probably by an estate carpenter. A lovely group with great provenance that will look so chic when fully restored.
"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."

Comparative Literature:
Maillé, Duchesse de, Souvenirs des deux Restaurations, Paris, Librairie académique Perrin, 1984, p. 247. 

This suite is stamped with the 'R' inventory stamp of the Château de Rosny. Although the Duchesse de Berry acquired Rosny fully furnished she continued to fill it with newly acquired decorations, furniture and art. In her memories the Duchesse de Maillé states: "Rien ne peut être comparé au mobilier de Rosny: tous les étages et toutes les chambres sont également recherchés et soignés. Elle apporte en ce lieu ce qu'elle aime tout ce que le roi lui donne et tout ce qu'elle achète, de sorte que l'on peut dire que Rosny est encombré de meubles, mais il faut rendre cette justice à Madame qui le mérite, elle a fort bon goût. Tout chez elle est bien choisi. Elle a le sentiment du beau comme une Italienne".
Most of the beautiful furnishings from Rosny were dispersed after 1830 when the Duches♑se had to leave France. However at the beginning of her exile she managed to have a significant part🏅 of furniture and objects sent to Triest, before she transferred them to her estates in Austria.