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A set of ten Italian carved giltwood caned chairs, Genoese late 18th century
Estimate
35,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
Provenance
Palazzo Serra, Genoa, before the Second World War
Literature
A. Gonzalez-Palacios, Il Mobile in Liguria, Genova, 1996, p. 316.
Condition
Attractive detail to carving which has been varnished. Old minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age. Four backs are slightly wobbly but the chairs can still be used for sitting purposes. There are some hairline construction cracks at the joints commensurate with age, which either can be left or filled. Evidence of old minor worm which appears to be no longer active. Reblocked. In overall good condition. An attractive model.
Measurement: 101cm. high, 42cm. floor to seat, 53cm. width, 44cm. deep.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."