Lot 75
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ÉMILE-JACQUES RUHLMANN | Six "Drouant" Side Chairs, Model No. 68AR and 1NR
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
- Six "Drouant" Side Chairs, Model No. 68AR and 1NR
- rosewood, silvered bronze, velvet upholstery
- 33 1/2 x 16 1/2 x 22 1/4 in. (85 x 41.9 x 56.5 cm) each
- circa 1925
Provenance
Ronald K. Parker, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1999
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1999
Literature
see following lot
Condition
Overall in good condition. The wood surfaces present with scuffing, scratches, and light indentations, mostly concentrated to feet, consistent with age and gentle use. The sabots with oxidation spots, consistent with age and natural evolution of metal. Some sabots slightly loose, with screws occasionally out or missing. The chairs have been reupholstered and the upholstery presents with some occasional loose fabric threads, consistent with gentle use. Some occasional minor staining to velvet upholstery concentrated to corners and seating area.
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.
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.