- 701
A George I walnut and leather upholstered close stool circa 1720
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- WALNUT AND LEATHER (Wood, Other-Walnut)
- 46cm. high, 53cm. wide, 40cm.deep; 1ft. 6in., 1ft. 9in., 1ft.3¾in.
with feather banding to the front, the hinged top now enclosing a brass liner
Provenance
Percival D. Griffiths, Sandridgebury, Hertfordshire.
Literature
R.W. Symonds, English Furniture from Charles II to George II, London, 1929, p. 158, fig. 107.
Condition
Good overall condition. Leather with lovely old worn patina but probably a later replacement. The removable top is slightly warped. There is a patch to one corner. Some age cracks to the sides. Old marks and scratches. Good colour and patina.
"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."