Lot 696
  • 696

CHIPPENDALE CARVED MAHOGANY OPEN ARMCHAIR, PHILADELPHIA, CIRCA 1760

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • Height 43 1/2 in.
Side knee returns replaced.

Provenance

Mrs. Esther Isenhart;
Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Virginia;
Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, March 6, 2004, lot 691;
Jonathan Trace, Rifton, New York

Condition

9 1/2 by 3/4 in patch to crest rail at joining of the splat, with accession number 1951.402, the feet have lost 1/4 in. in height, the outer half of proper right foot replaced, glue blocks replaced. Finish of later date.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.