A set of five Italian early Rococo parcel-gilt, red-painted and carved chairs circa 1745

Together with thirteen later copies.  18 pieces.

With scattered age and construction cracks. Scattered labrasions and small losses to carving; most at extremities. Scattered restored old breaks to period pieces. Scattered old worm damage to period pieces. One copy with partially regessoed foot, another with parcially recarved leg. Scattered pinholes to some copies. Decoration with rubbing, losses and surface dirt. Some period pieces with later paint residue.
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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.