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A pair of Chinese export black lacquered armchairs 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- beech/elm
decorated all over with gilt foliage and landscape vignettes including pagodas, the backs with solid vase splats and on cabriole legs (also illustrated on page 1)
Provenance
With Spark & Son, London where acquired by Wilfrid Evill (£58) May 1960 and thence by descent to Honor Frost.
Condition
Very stylish. Rubbing, chips and some retouching to surface of each. Cracks to the joints of each chair, each seat with notable wear to painting from use. One chair of an uneven stance. Aside from chips to painted decoration there are also some localised losses to the lacquer revealing the wood below.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."