Lot 14
- 14
A carved giltwood stool, Louis XIV, late 17th/early 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
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Description
- gilt wood
- Haut. 42 cm., larg. 63,5 cm., prof. 48 cm. ; Height 16½in., width 25in., depth 19in.
the rectangular seat on square tapered legs joined by a stretcher, upholstered in green, silver and gold silk; (restorations)
Provenance
Collection of Mrs. Robert Tritton, Godmersham Park, Canterbury, Kent
Her sale, Christie's London, 6-9 June 1983, lot 373
Her sale, Christie's London, 6-9 June 1983, lot 373
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks and scratches to the carved wood due to age and use.
There are some chips to the gilding revealing the white gesso, the red bowl and the wood underneath.
The upper rails of the seat had been replaced.
The later silk and metal upholstery is 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."