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Workshop of John Gee, active late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Set of Twelve Dining Chairs
- branded JG in monogram and most branded with journeyman stamp IW or EH
- Painted Beech
- Made in London circa 1810.
beech painted to simulate rosewood and cane, with white painted line decoration and buttoned upholstered loose squab seats
Provenance
By repute acquired by Sir William Forbes, 8th Bt. (1804-1866) for Fettercairn House, Kincardineshire;
thence by descent to Miss Kate Somervell;
Christie's, London, The Property of a Gentleman, 22 April 2004, lot 80
thence by descent to Miss Kate Somervell;
Christie's, London, The Property of a Gentleman, 22 April 2004, lot 80
Condition
Very chic. Each with later decoration probably after the original. There are areas of rubbing to the paintwork. Typically rubbing to cresting rails, seat rails and legs. Some painted surfaces with cracking. Evidence of worm, which may require treatment. A superb set by a very good maker. Acquired from Christie's London, lot 80, 22.4.04.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
John Gee is first recorded in 1779, when he entered into partnership with Benjamin Crompton Turner in Ordinary to George III. In 1787 Gee was appointed 'Turner' to the King and, although he retired from active business around 1824, he retained his royal warrant for a further seven years. In addition to his work for the Crown, Gee undertook commissions for other distinguished aristocratic patrons such as the 5th Duke of Devonshire for his London Mansion, Devonshire House and the Earl of Wilton, for whom he supplied a set of chairs for the celebrated circular Music Room at Heaton Hall, Lancashire, built in 1790 by James Wyatt.