- 703
A George II carved walnut stool circa 1740
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Walnut (Wood, Other-Walnut)
- 45cm. high, 55cm. wide, 44cm. deep; 17¾in., 21½in., 17¼in.
the drop in seat covered in associated contemporary needlework
Provenance
Probably Percival D. Griffiths, Sandridgebury, Hertfordshire
Condition
Age cracks to outer seat rail veneers, and exposed construction joins to legs. Curious multiple plugs to seat rail veneer and the loose leg joints. Excellent colour and patina, minor old marks and scratches. Minor old extinct worm damage. Minor chip to seatrail veneers.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Most probably the stool recorded in the collection of Percival D. Griffiths, illustrated in R.W. Symonds, English Furniture from George II to Charles II, 1929, p. 161, fig. 113