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British & Continental Auction | June 26, 2024

Wed, Jun 26, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 131

Pair of Directoire Carved and Painted Beechwood Armchairs

Estimate: $400 - $700

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French, probably 19th century, each with well carved cream painted frame, velvet upholstery with brass tacking, 37 x 26 x 20 in. 

Provenance: Collection from a French family Chateau, by descent in family

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Collection from a French family Chateau, by descent in family

old paint is not original, some minor losses at arm tops, other minor wear, chips and losses including at turnings, some cracks at seat rail joints, upholstery badly worn and faded