A set of twelve North European ebony-inlaid mahogany dining chairscirca 1815

each with a unique motif inlaid to back

All with restored age cracks to the back- well done and stable. Some minor old wood worm damage. Usual scratches, nicks, and marks consistent with use and age. All chairs are identified by motif to the back. Tambourine: Restored break to bottom left of back.Tazza: Small chip to back foot, front foot with patch, small chips to top of back, small patch to bottom front seat rail..Horn: Restoration to ribbon on back. Restored break to bottom left of back.Lyre: Large triangular patch to bottom left of back. Small patches to both front feet. Mask: Some restorations to ebony inlay. Both front feet with patches.Egret: Some restorations to ebony inlay. One foot with patch. Old repair to back.Athenienne: Some restorations and a small loss to ebony inlay.Ewer: Old splits to back.Rhyton: repair to lower side of back and ebony borderGrapes: age splits to back
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.