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A Very Fine Federal Inlaid and Figured Birchwood and Mahogany Lolling Chair, Massachusetts, circa 1800
Estimate
10,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- Height 44 in.
Rear feet probably cut down by 2 inches and now fitted with casters.
Provenance
Israel Sack. Inc., New York
Literature
Albert Sack, Fine Points of Furniture: Early American, Crown Publishers, New York, 1950, p. 73 (listed as Best)
Condition
Rear feet probably cut down by 2 inches and now fitted with casters; re-finished; covered in yellow cotton/linen upholstery, not examined under upholstery.
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.
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.