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The most famous and the most prolific of all eighteenth-century French chair makers, Georges Jacob (1739-18014) 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 royal family, furnishing the main royal residences including Versailles and undertaking many commissions for members of the royal court. At the end of the Ancien Régime he conceived furniture in solid mahogany in the Etruscan manner. He retired in 1796, leaving his five sons to continue his business, which they did until 1813 when the firm, by then called Jacob-Desmalter & Co., went into administration.
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343⁄4 in. (88.5 cm.) high; 191⁄4 in. (49 cm.) wide; 201⁄2 in. (52 cm.) deep; 20 in. (51 cm.) high, the seat over cushion; 14.5 in. (37 cm.) deep, the seat
With a good, clean appearance, structurally sound and ready to use. The chair marked 'B' with later corner blocks to the legs. The surfaces re-gilt, with scattered chips and minor losses to gilt surfaces revealing a few small areas of gesso, bole and bare wood as to be expected with use and handling. The upholstery vibrant, with occasional light wear or marks consistent with gentle use. Good overall condition and presentation.
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Lot 136Sale 23287
BY GEORGES JACOB, CIRCA 1775A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI GILTWOOD CHAISESEstimate: USD 2,000 - 3,000
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