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A set of eighteen George III mahogany dining chairs circa 1795
Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
with rectangular caned backs and seats now including squab cushions, on turned front legs
Provenance
Christ Church, Oxford.
Condition
Good overall restored condition. Seven chairs with evident repairs to front legs. Caning inevitably replaced but of an attractive toned down colour. Most chairs have characteristic wear to the tips of the front legs. Most have some minor bruising and old marks and scratches, consistent with age and use. A rare long set.
Dimensions:
Overall height 84cm.
Overall width at front of seat 48cm.
Overall depth 49cm.
Depth of seat to back 37cm.
Height of seat 41.5cm.
Height of seat including cushion 45cm.
"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."