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A pair of Russian walnut, fruitwood, marquetry ebonised and parcel-gilt chairs, circa 1840
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut,fruitwood, gilt-bronze
each with a curved solid back, the top-rail inlaid with an alternating band of neoclassical trophies and a figure with a horse within a laurel wreath above swan head supports and caned seat on square tapering legs terminating in gilt-bronze paw feet; gilding and ebonising refreshed
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Joints sound and sturdy. There are some scattered hair line age cracks which can be filled, some of which have been restored already. Old minor restorations to marquetry. With construction cracks where the panel backs join the seat rail and restorations to veneer especially on legs. There is evidence to old worm to underside which appears to be no longer active. The rear left leg to one has probably been replaced.
"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."