Lot 1084
  • 1084

A Regency mahogany footstool, Manner of Thomas Hope

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • Thomas Hope
  • mahogany
  • height 18 in.; width 17 1/2 in.; depth 17 3/4 in.
  • 45.7 cm; 44.5 cm; 45 cm
the square green-velvet upholstered seat above a conforming frame with palmette corners above a frieze centered by a foliate lozenge flanked by flowerheads, the apron carved with crossed flowers raised on palmette carved bracket feet centered by flowerheads; with pencilled inscription T Palle... and chalked number 6120-20 to interior.

Provenance

Christie's New York, October 14, 1994, lot 320

Condition

Overall good condition; the cushioned seat later; the carcass with small chips and nicks to corners and with some minor scratches and wear; slight separations over lines of construction to bracket feet with some infilling and inpainting; overall with some old marks and scratches.
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.