20TH CENTURY

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Overall in good condition. Decorative, structurally sound and ready to place. With typical scattered small nicks, light surface scratches faint scuffs and marks, as to be expected with age. The bergere with traces of earlier decorative scheme. The painted decoration with lifting flaking, cracking and some losses revealing bare wood. With traces of earlier decorative scheme. With some further minor nicks and small chipped losses to the carved decoration at the extreme edges, primarily at the corners and at the feet, as to be expected with age and use. With some slight separation at joins, including where the uprights meet the chair back, and to the mask on the swag resulting in a minor restoration not readily visible. The upholstery well maintained and with light wear and some minute staining.
30¹⁄₂ in. high, overall
18¹⁄₂ in. high, the seat
29 in. wide, overall
20¹⁄₂ in. wide, the seat
17 in. deep, overall
15³⁄₄ in. deep, the seat


The footstool with scattered nicks, marks and scratches. The painted decoration with lifting, flaking, and some losses revealing bare wood and preparatory ground. Several small losses to the carved decoration around the apron. With traces of earlier wash and gilding in some areas. The upholstery well maintained and with some very minor staining in areas and light wear. Present well together.
18 in. high
22¹⁄₂ in. wide
20 in. deep