Lot 244
  • 244

QUEEN ANNE WALNUT AND MAPLE EASY CHAIR, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, CIRCA 1755

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • Height 47 in.
Together with a Federal Mahogany Lolling Chair, Massachusetts, circa 1795, Height 44 in. 2 pieces.

Condition

Easy Chair: base has been refinished; inner seat rails have been painted red; not examined under upholstery. Lolling Chair: Not examined under upholstery; proper right arm replaced; secondary wood is birch; proper right front leg cracked and reglued at junction of seat rails; proper right arm does not fit well at junction of arm support; chair has been refinished; medial stretcher possibly replaced.
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.