Lot 11
A Pair of Louis XV Carved Beechwood Side Chairs en Ottomane by Nicolas Heurtaut (French, 1720-1771)
Sale 1062 - European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Jul 19, 2022 10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$3,000 - $5,000

Sold for $3,438

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Pair of Louis XV Carved Beechwood Side Chairs en Ottomane by Nicolas Heurtaut (French, 1720-1771)
18th Century
each stamped N. HEURTAUT to the rear seat rail.
Height 40 x width 22 1/2 x depth 21 inches.
Property from a House and Garden Designed by David Hicks, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Provenance:
Christie's, London, 14 June 1990, Lot 73
Christie's, London, Important European Furniture, Sculpture, Tapestries & Carpets, 11 December 2002, Lot 88
Condition Report
Each in overall fine and stable condition.  Retaining a fairly even and consistent patina to the carved wood. Scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. The upholstery shows little wear or discoloration. Traces of old worm visible. Three of the four rear feet were previously patched and are structurally sound.  Few, small chip losses to edges of molding.

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