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May 2024: Day One

Thu, May 16, 2024 11:00AM EDT
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Featuring a Cartier 3.07ct diamond engagement ring, early 20th-century ecclesiastical stained glass windows, and luxury timepieces like a 1957 Audemars Piguet watch. Key lots also include French Art Nouveau jewelry, Mediterranean Revival architectural elements, and exquisite silverware collections from renowned silversmiths. With furniture ranging from French Napoleon III clocks to Henredon dining sets, the auction presents a rich variety of high-quality antiques and collectibles from prominent Michigan and Midwestern estates.
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Lot 191

French Louis XV Period Carved And Painted Fauteuil De Bureau Ca. 1725-1750, H 37" W 23.5" Depth 18"

Estimate: $600 - $2,000
Starting Bid
$450

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The chair offers a rounded back with carved scrolling Baroque motifs adorning skirt, knees and back. Upholstered in tanned leather accented with nail head trim. Terminating on four cabriole legs and carved scrolling feet. Provenance: Property from the collection of Linda Taubman, MI Appears to be the original paint with areas of restoration. Hand carved ash frame shows evidence of museum quality restoration. Edge wear and losses to the leather (still supple) upholstering commensurate with age and use. The wood frame has losses of paint, scratches with associated clefts, and worm holes, consistent with a work of this period. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.
Property from the collection of Linda Taubman, MI