A Suite of Empire Mahogany Seat Furniture by Henri Jacob, Early 19th Century, A Suite of Empire Mahogany Seat Furniture by Henri Jacob, Early 19th Century

Property from the Estate of Alexis Gregory, Sold to Benefit the Alexis Gregory Foundation

A Suite of Empire Mahogany Seat Furniture by Henri Jacob, Early 19th Century

comprising one canapé and six fauteuils the fauteuils stamped H. JACOB, three bearing old labels A LA GERBE D'OR /Rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, No. 276 /ANDRY jeune, /Fabricant de Meubles

Henri Jacob (1753-1824), maître 1779

canape: height 36 in.; width 47 ½ in.; depth 23 in.; fauteuils: height 34 ½ in.; width 23 ½ in.; depth 18 in.
91.4 cm; 120.7 cm; 58.4 cm; 87.6 cm; 59.7 cm; 45.7 cm

Condition Report:
With general overall marks, nicks, chips, surface scratches, and small losses consistent with age and use. The veneers with scattered fraying, lifting, and minor areas of losses and signs of infill and restoration. A few with old repaired breaks. Some separation at joints. Minor areas of dirt accumulation in crevices. Upholstery with general wear, marks, stains, and small tears.Overall sturdy and ready to use. The canape with replacements to front seat rail and reinforcement to back seat rail.