A set of six carved walnut chairs late17th/early 18th century

in the manner of Daniel Marot, minor differences to carving, restorations

Purchased from Axel Vervoordt 21st January 1984.

Overall good condition. All have some old worm damage and repairs to chair rails including the addition of strengtheners to the inside of the rails. Chair 1: This chair has repairs to the back of the uprights including the addition of metal strengthening brackets. Chair 2. This chair has a cracked and repaired top-rail. Chair 3. This chair has a cracked and repaired top rail. Chair 4. This chair also has cracked and repaired top- rail with some later inset elements. Chairs 5 and 6 restoration to legs. Overall they make a very attractive set of chairs.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."