A SET OF FOUR LOUIS XVI WHITE PAINTED AND PARCEL-GILT FAUTEUILS
BY GEORGES JACOB, CIRCA 1770
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A SET OF FOUR LOUIS XVI WHITE PAINTED AND PARCEL-GILT FAUTEUILS
The most famous and the prolific of all eighteenth-century French chair makers, menuisier Georges Jacob (1739-1814) produced an incalculable quantity of chairs of all types and styles from the reign of Louis XV until the Consulat. From 1773 until the revolution, Georges Jacob worked continuously for the French royal family, furnishing the main royal residences including Versailles and undertaking many commissions for members of the royal court.
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Some minor age and construction cracks consistent with age and use. Some minor, old inactive worm damage to the underside (not extensive). Some very minor repairs to the frames. Overall with some rubbing, abrasions and losses to the gesso, revealing bole and bare wood in areas. Gilding and painted decoration with some rubbing, losses, surface dirt and refreshed areas throughout. The upholstery with some use wear including rubbing, losses and minor staining. Nice proportions, ready to place.
391⁄4 in. (99.7 cm.) high, 241⁄2 in. (62.2 cm.) wide, 181⁄4 in. (46.3 cm.) deep, overall 171⁄2 in. (44.4 cm.) high, 211⁄4 in. (54 cm.) wide, 18 in. (45.7 cm.) deep, the seat
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Lot 341Sale 21804
BY GEORGES JACOB, CIRCA 1770A SET OF FOUR LOUIS XVI WHITE PAINTED AND PARCEL-GILT FAUTEUILSEstimate: USD 15,000 - 25,000
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