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An Italian Neoclassical carved giltwood armchair probably Rome, circa 1790
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- fruitwood
- height 34 1/2 in.
- 88 cm
Provenance
Giovanni Pratesi, Florence
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks. One leg with repraired break to acanthus capital. Scattered old worm damage; not extensive. With scattered losses, breaks and chips to gess; some with restoration. Abrasions and minor chips to carving. Regilt, gilding with losses, rubbing and surface dirt. Two legs blocked, two reinforced with metal straps, feet retipped. In sound condition.
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.