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A fine George III mahogany needlework-upholstered library armchair circa 1760
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
the padded backrest with serpentine cresting rail flanked by padded armrests with flower-head terminals on downswept supports above a square over-upholstered seat raised on foliate rocaille-carved cabriole legs ending in scrolled toes, on casters. Contemporary needlework associated.
Provenance
Hotspur Ltd., London, November, 1994
Exhibited
Antique Dealers' Fair, London
Condition
Overall good condition; the associated contemporary needlework in good condition with some areas of in-stitching; the chair in good condition with some small nicks and scratches; the back and right seat rails are replaced as well as the back right corner strut; some minor worm damage to struts; some old worn chips to scrolled toes; nice color, finely carved and good proportions. Formerly with an Antique Dealers' Fair label to the front rail.
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.