Carlo Bugatti

Christie's London, June 13, 2002, lot 65

Rubbing and chipping to surfaces notably at corners and highpoints. Dryness to wood overall. Minor losses to wood and metal inlays. All four of the drop finials that suspend under the seat with cracking and losses. Parchment of seat with a series of cracks. The crack section to the center back of the seat comprising a series of cracks that have merged to a tear which exposes the stuffing, as seen in the catalogue illustration. The front three cracks to the proper right corner have undergone restoration and have been stabilized. Another stabilized crack the emerges from the proper back left corner. Lower register of the seat back with a series of holes and likely decorative fringe. Minor chip losses to the smaller drop finials under the arms. Minor rubbing to the painted decorative scheme.
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.