An Empire style white-painted and parcel-gilt sofa

with curved padded sides, carved with water-leaf motifs and terminating in bucrania, above a rectangular padded seat carved with rosettes and diaper motifs, raised on anthemion paw feet.

With old chips and losses to the painted surfaces which have since been refreshed. Some chips and rubbing to the paint revealing the wooden surfaces beneath, particularly to the back of the sofa. Minor marks, slight chips and losses to the gilding, areas which have been retouched. Some rubbing to the gilding particularly to the feet. In otherwise good condition.
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.
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