Set di otto sedie in legno tinto mogano da Thomas Hope (1769-1831)

ciascuna con gambe a sciabola

All with minor wavering and chips on the edges of the seats friezes and legs. All showing minor crack at the joints of the backs one with for vertical cracks on the back. The upholstery weaved with a crack and discolouring of the corners. All made in the third quarter of 19th century about 1970’s.
"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."

BIBLIOGRAFIA DI RIFERIMENTO

Thomas Hope, Regency Designer, catalogo della mostra al Victoria and Albert Museum,  a cura di D. Watkine P. Hewat Jaboor,Londra, 2008.

Questo set è stato realizzato sul progetto di sedia (fig. 1) ideato da Thomas Hope (1769-1831), che lo pubblicò, nel 1807, in Honsehold Furniture and Interior Decoration, Tav. XIX, n. 4.