Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Premier Auction - Session I

Fri, Sep 16, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 705

Set Ten Majorelle Art Nouveau "Chicoree" Dining Chairs

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

French, circa 1900, attributed to Louis Majorelle, each in figured carved walnut frame with leaf decorated legs and rear stiles, two arm and eight side, each with vibrant pearly aubergine upholstery, 42-1/4 x 21-1/4 x 21 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, New York

Condition

very good restored condition, largely ready for use, frames resurfaced and tightened at joints with some areas of infill at joints, scattered minor cracks, repairs, and infill at front leg attachments, patch at one crest rail attachment, patch at one rear foot, one chair with later plugged screws at rear leg attachments, other scattered minor repairs and surface flaws, upholstery with scattered stains and wear