PAIR LOUIS XVI STYLE GILTWOOD BERGERES-EN-CABRIOLET,early 20th century, with aubusson and ikat upholstery. Each arched, curved and padded back within conforming frame with ribbon crest; padded arms with scroll terminals, loose-seat-cushion set with serpentine front, turned tapering and stop-fluted legs headed with paterae; upholstered throughout in floral Aubusson - 36 3/4 in. x 25 1/2 in. x 20 in. Estimate $4,000-5,000
Provenance:
Purchased from Sloan''s, Oct 25, 1998 Lot 2084 Frame restored by Harris Customs, Baltimore, MD 1999 Upholstery restored by Textile Conservation Services, Arlington, VA 2000
The chairs are in excellent overall condition. They have been beautifully conserved, so that the frames are sturdy, upholstery presenting clean finished appearance, and gilded surface with only minor wear.
