A Pair of George III painted armchairs

Losses, one chair with three replaced seat rails.

The Estate of Ambassador Pamela Harriman, sold in these rooms May 20, 1997, lot 634

Each chair sturdy; the painted surface with numerous chips, losses, wear and discoloration with areas of old inpainting and touching-in; the first chair with old repaired breaks to the splat and to the cresting rail with areas of old worm to the backrest; the same chair with three replaced oak seat rails and with four later corner blocks; the second chair with old repaired breaks to cresting rail and to splat; two old repaired breaks to the right arm, old repaired break to left handhold; two later corner blocks; overall each with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises.
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.