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A Fine and Rare Queen Anne Walnut Upholstered-Back Slipper Chair, Boston-Salem, Massachusetts circa 1760
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- height 38 3/4 in.
- 98.4 cm
Appears to retain early, if not original, webbing and sack cloth on back.
Provenance
Descended in the family of James Capen (1709-1762), Charlestown, Massachusetts, purchased by Israel Sack, Inc. from a Capen descendant
Israel Sack, Inc., New York
Literature
Israel Sack, Inc., 90th Anniversary Catalog, illus. p. 44
Condition
secondary woods are maple and poplar; slip seat frame replaced; seat rails show indication of once being upholstered; later L-iron brackets added to each seat rail; two corner braces added to back rail; refinished
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.
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.