TWO AMERICAN WINDSOR ARMCHAIRS CIRCA 1780

The larger - the top rail appears to be ash and with repaired breaks to either side of central flower head; rubbing to fruitwood armrests; right armrest with small patch to top behind through spindle at rear; remnants of painted surface to underside; rubbing scratches and scuffs to edges. The smaller – top rail appears to be ash; repaired break to left ear with spindles loose and with a large patch to the back; rubbing to armrests; square patch to the center of the seat; underside of seat with heavily painted surface obscuring any restoration; traces of red-painted decoration to legs; both back legs with what appear to be patches to the insides at and below the juncture of the stretchers; old marks and scratches; later varnish.
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.