A PAIR OF REGENCY ROSEWOOD GRAIN-PAINTED AND PARCEL-GILT CANED ARMCHAIRS CIRCA 1805

Restored, later caning.

In overall good condition with some old marks, scratches and minor chips and flaking to painted surfaces overall, some areas of inpainting, some areas of old worm to seat rails and to legs, the tipped toes lacking casters, the caning replaced and slightly dry; one chair with old repair to right curved arm support and to back right leg.
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.

An identical chair, almost certainly from the same suite, is illustrated, C. Musgrave, Regency Furniture, London, 1961, fig. 38B