Set (16) Swedish Gustavian gilt side chairs, Early 19th c., Sweden, gilt and faux bronze painted wood, with acanthus-carved splat and Egyptian herm stiles, padded back and seat upholstered in cream and gold damask, with minor variations to carving and construction, 34"h x 19"w x 16"d, 18"h (to seat)

Provenance: Offered in "The Collector", Christie's, New York, April 19, 2023, lot 475 (passed with $15,000-$25,000 est); acquired from Ariane Dandois, Paris, 25 June 1993

Good, scattered nicks and scratches to painted surface, upholstery generally clean, with a few small stray light stains **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.