A Regency gilt-metal-mounted rosewood-grained and parcel-gilt caned window seat

Together with a later copy.  Two pieces. Restorations.

Good restored condition; decorations refreshed; gilt-metal mounts possibly later, toes possibly later; some chips and wear to the gilding overall; one with old repaired break to one leg at join with stretcher and now with two dowel plugs; the opposite leg with repaired break at top near seat rail; loss to one gilt-metal flower head pendant to one foot and to one armrest support; the underside with a replacement to the H support; overall each with some chips and losses and wear to the painted decoration; the metal mounts with some small dents.
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.

R. Ackermann illustrates 'a design of a window-seat furnished by Messrs. Morgan and Saunders, Catherine-street, Strand', The Repository of Arts, London, January 1809, pl. 3, p. 54, reproduced P. Agius, ed., Ackermann's Regency Furniture and Interiors, Marlborough: The Crowood Press, 1984, p. 39.  A similar pair was sold in these rooms, October 18, 1997, lot 486.