A suite of North Italian Neoclassical yellow and green-painted and carved seat furniture Piedmont, last quarter 18th century

comprising six armchairs and a sofa, each with a pireced backrest carved with ribbon-tied leaves, the fluted and padded armrests with voluted terminals, raised on slightly curved square legs; some with partial paper labels reading ...Corte...Torino Senatore Del... Presidente... Del Regno... Monfezza (?)... Sig. Conte Carlo Cozzi.

With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions to all seven pieces. The largest crack to armrest of one. Scattered old worm damage resultin in minor losses to wood at edges. Loss to carving of backrest of one armchair; appears to be a result of worm damage. Some other carved elements now sligtly loose. Minor scattered infills. Redecorated, paint with rubbing and surface dirt. Legs blocked.
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.