- 334
A pair of Queen Anne walnut and marquetry side chairs, circa 1705, attributed to Thomas or Richard Roberts
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- walnut, tapestry
the needlework upholstered backs on 'broken' cabriole legs with inlaid seaweed marquetry on hoof feet
Provenance
Commissioned by Sir John Trevor (c.1637-1717) for Trevor House, later Powis House, Knightsbridge and probably removed to Brynkinalt, Denbighshire in the mid-18th century when Trevor House was given up;
Thence by descent at Brynkinalt.
Thence by descent at Brynkinalt.
Literature
Related Literature:
G. Beard and J. Cross, 'Thomas and Richard Roberts', Apollo, September 1998, pp. 46-48;
G. Beard, Upholsterers and Interior Furnishing in England 1530-1840, London 1997, p. 149 and fig. 167
G. Beard and J. Cross, 'Thomas and Richard Roberts', Apollo, September 1998, pp. 46-48;
G. Beard, Upholsterers and Interior Furnishing in England 1530-1840, London 1997, p. 149 and fig. 167
Condition
A fine and rare pair of chairs in good conserved condition. The feet to both chairs have some minor chips and losses notably to the front left of one chair which has had the side of the pad lost. One chair with a repair to the back right leg the other with a repair to the back left leg. With some evidence of old worm which appears to be no longer active. With old marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. The colour of the timber is very good throughout. The needlework is tired and has some minor tears and holes which would benefit from workshop attention.
"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
For catalogue note please see lot 335