A WILLIAM AND MARY CARVED WALNUT STOOL

Repairs.

Overall fair condition, with old worm damage to legs, stretchers and rails, the front, left and back aprons with old repaired horizontal cracks, some small chips to carving overall, old repaired break to front left corner of stretcher at juncture with front left leg, old repair to front right corner of stretcher at juncture with front right leg, old repair to back left corner of stretcher at juncture with back left leg, later corner blocks, stretcher reinforced with later block at intersection, overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and wear to carving consistent with age and use.
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.