2 Gonse Armchairs model no. 278 NR by Emile-Jaques Ruhlmann fetch record at Auction

2 Gonse Armchairs model no. 278 NR by Emile-Jaques Ruhlmann fetch record at Auction

These two Gonse Armchairs fetched a whopping $1,426,500

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EMILE-JACQUES RUHLMANN

Pair of “Gonse” armchairs, model no. 278 NR, ca. 1930-1932

Lacquered wood, fabric.

Underside of one frame branded with “Ruhlmann” (2).

Each: 29 × 42 × 45 1/4 in. (73.7 × 106.7 × 114.9 cm.)

ESTIMATE $600,000-800,000

SOLD AT $1,426,500

via Phillips de Pury & Company.