Decorative Arts & Design

July 0409, 2020
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LOT 225

Lot 225

Set of Four Louis XVI Style Giltwood Fauteuils, 19th century

Set of Four Louis XVI Style Giltwood Fauteuils, 19th century
Lot 225 Details
Set of Four Louis XVI Style Giltwood Fauteuils, 19th century

each with oval back, padded armrests and raised on tapering fluted legs to arrow feet
37.5 x 25 x 25 in — 95.3 x 63.5 x 63.5 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

The Beaverbrook Art Gallery, Fredericton, N.B.
Estate of Charles Hosmer, Hosmer House, Montreal, thence by decent through the family

CONDITION DETAILS

Structurally solid with wear to gilding. Old upholstery with some staining and minor tears (to one seat-see image) and wear in expected areas (armrests).

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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