Lot 481
  • 481

Two Gothic revival carved rosewood armchairs and a Gothic revival carved rosewood side chair, New York, circa 1860-70

Estimate
6,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • rosewood
  • Height of armchairs 52 in.; Height of side chair 47 in.

Condition

Good condition; with the usual minor nicks and wear to extremities; one chair with chip to one corner of molding to base of proper right armrest support; some perishing to finish in places and with general wear.
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.

Catalogue Note

Another chair by the same maker is illustrated in Eileen and Richard Dubrow, American Furniture of the 19th Century, 1840-1880, (Exton, Pennsylvania, Schiffer, 1983), p. 58.