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A George III white-painted and parcel-gilt settee, attributed to François Hervé after a design by Ja
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Property from a Private English Collection
A George III white-painted and parcel-gilt settee, attributed to François Hervé after a design by James Wyatt, circa 1780
the top rail centred by a carved anthemion crest and rosettes to the corners, the foliate-carved armrests terminating in scrolls, the fluted and husk-carved legs surmounted by rosettes, with later yellow silk upholstery, stamped FS numerous times to the underside, with old printed label ABBEY/84, inscribed in chalk JH [?]
95cm. high, 173cm. wide, 63cm. deep;
3ft. 1 1/2in., 5ft. 8 1/8in., 2ft.
Provenance
Christie's New York, 24th October 2013, lot 509
Catalogue note
The settee bears the maker’s stamp ‘FS’, which is associated with the cabinetmaker François Hervé: for example, a set of chairs by Hervé also bearing the 'FS' stamp was offered at Christie's London, 5th June 2008, lot 43. A pair of armchairs matching the present lot, with the same treatment of the legs, lower armrests and also surmounted by an anthemion, was sold at Christie’s London, 14th July 2011, lot 300. These pieces align with an armchair design attributed to architect James Wyatt, as shown in J. Cornforth and J. Fowler, English Decoration in the 18th Century, 1974, fig. 13.
Francois Hervé, an accomplished cabinet and chairmaker operating in 18th-century London, crafted furniture for the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Devonshire. Hervé’s style, exemplified in documented pieces at Chatsworth, featured a skilful blend of English and French design elements. Collaborating with renowned architects like John Carr and James Wyatt, Hervé contributed to iconic residences such as Chatsworth and Carlton House. His work demonstrated a seamless integration of aesthetics and practical construction techniques, solidifying his reputation in 18th-century furniture craftsmanship.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
A George III white-painted and parcel-gilt settee, attributed to François Hervé after a design by James Wyatt, circa 1780
the top rail centred by a carved anthemion crest and rosettes to the corners, the foliate-carved armrests terminating in scrolls, the fluted and husk-carved legs surmounted by rosettes, with later yellow silk upholstery, stamped FS numerous times to the underside, with old printed label ABBEY/84, inscribed in chalk JH [?]
95cm. high, 173cm. wide, 63cm. deep;
3ft. 1 1/2in., 5ft. 8 1/8in., 2ft.
Provenance
Christie's New York, 24th October 2013, lot 509
Catalogue note
The settee bears the maker’s stamp ‘FS’, which is associated with the cabinetmaker François Hervé: for example, a set of chairs by Hervé also bearing the 'FS' stamp was offered at Christie's London, 5th June 2008, lot 43. A pair of armchairs matching the present lot, with the same treatment of the legs, lower armrests and also surmounted by an anthemion, was sold at Christie’s London, 14th July 2011, lot 300. These pieces align with an armchair design attributed to architect James Wyatt, as shown in J. Cornforth and J. Fowler, English Decoration in the 18th Century, 1974, fig. 13.
Francois Hervé, an accomplished cabinet and chairmaker operating in 18th-century London, crafted furniture for the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Devonshire. Hervé’s style, exemplified in documented pieces at Chatsworth, featured a skilful blend of English and French design elements. Collaborating with renowned architects like John Carr and James Wyatt, Hervé contributed to iconic residences such as Chatsworth and Carlton House. His work demonstrated a seamless integration of aesthetics and practical construction techniques, solidifying his reputation in 18th-century furniture craftsmanship.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
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Property from a Private English Collection
A George III white-painted and parcel-gilt settee, attributed to François Hervé after a design by James Wyatt, circa 1780
the top rail centred by a carved anthemion crest and rosettes to the corners, the foliate-carved armrests terminating in scrolls, the fluted and husk-carved legs surmounted by rosettes, with later yellow silk upholstery, stamped FS numerous times to the underside, with old printed label ABBEY/84, inscribed in chalk JH [?]
95cm. high, 173cm. wide, 63cm. deep;
3ft. 1 1/2in., 5ft. 8 1/8in., 2ft.
Provenance
Christie's New York, 24th October 2013, lot 509
Catalogue note
The settee bears the maker’s stamp ‘FS’, which is associated with the cabinetmaker François Hervé: for example, a set of chairs by Hervé also bearing the 'FS' stamp was offered at Christie's London, 5th June 2008, lot 43. A pair of armchairs matching the present lot, with the same treatment of the legs, lower armrests and also surmounted by an anthemion, was sold at Christie’s London, 14th July 2011, lot 300. These pieces align with an armchair design attributed to architect James Wyatt, as shown in J. Cornforth and J. Fowler, English Decoration in the 18th Century, 1974, fig. 13.
Francois Hervé, an accomplished cabinet and chairmaker operating in 18th-century London, crafted furniture for the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Devonshire. Hervé’s style, exemplified in documented pieces at Chatsworth, featured a skilful blend of English and French design elements. Collaborating with renowned architects like John Carr and James Wyatt, Hervé contributed to iconic residences such as Chatsworth and Carlton House. His work demonstrated a seamless integration of aesthetics and practical construction techniques, solidifying his reputation in 18th-century furniture craftsmanship.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
A George III white-painted and parcel-gilt settee, attributed to François Hervé after a design by James Wyatt, circa 1780
the top rail centred by a carved anthemion crest and rosettes to the corners, the foliate-carved armrests terminating in scrolls, the fluted and husk-carved legs surmounted by rosettes, with later yellow silk upholstery, stamped FS numerous times to the underside, with old printed label ABBEY/84, inscribed in chalk JH [?]
95cm. high, 173cm. wide, 63cm. deep;
3ft. 1 1/2in., 5ft. 8 1/8in., 2ft.
Provenance
Christie's New York, 24th October 2013, lot 509
Catalogue note
The settee bears the maker’s stamp ‘FS’, which is associated with the cabinetmaker François Hervé: for example, a set of chairs by Hervé also bearing the 'FS' stamp was offered at Christie's London, 5th June 2008, lot 43. A pair of armchairs matching the present lot, with the same treatment of the legs, lower armrests and also surmounted by an anthemion, was sold at Christie’s London, 14th July 2011, lot 300. These pieces align with an armchair design attributed to architect James Wyatt, as shown in J. Cornforth and J. Fowler, English Decoration in the 18th Century, 1974, fig. 13.
Francois Hervé, an accomplished cabinet and chairmaker operating in 18th-century London, crafted furniture for the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Devonshire. Hervé’s style, exemplified in documented pieces at Chatsworth, featured a skilful blend of English and French design elements. Collaborating with renowned architects like John Carr and James Wyatt, Hervé contributed to iconic residences such as Chatsworth and Carlton House. His work demonstrated a seamless integration of aesthetics and practical construction techniques, solidifying his reputation in 18th-century furniture craftsmanship.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
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