Lot 100
  • 100

A George III mahogany window seat Circa 1780

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • length 39 3/4 in.
  • 101 cm
of serpentine form, the overupholstered seat with fluted seat rail, raised on circular tapering fluted legs headed by flowerhead-carved paterae and ending in turned feet.

Condition

Overall fair condition; the top of the front right leg with an old repaird crack with old infilling and a metal pin; old repaired break to top of back left leg; old repaired break to neck of front left leg; corner blocks later and with infilling at joins with rails; overall with old scuffs, bruises, scratches and wear and with some perishing to finish in places.
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.