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A Set of six Italian Rococo parcel-gilt, cream and polychrome-painted side chairs Genoa, mid-18th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 41 1/2 in.; width 20 1/2 in.; depth 21 in.
- 105.5 cm; 52 cm; 53.5 cm
each with a padded cartouche-shaped backrest, serpentine-fronted seat raised on cabriole legs ending in scrolled toes, painted with colorful floral and foliate sprigs on a cream ground, and upholstered à chassis. Decoration refreshed.
Condition
Decorative chairs in good overall condition with necessary restorations including seat blocks to preserve structural integrity. Some wear and old repairs to painted surfaces as expected given age and use. Traces of old worm with some repairs.
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.