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An Egyptian Revival Rosewood Side Chair, possibly Pottier and Stymus and Company, New York, circa 1870-1880
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- rosewood
- Height 31 in.
Condition
Overall good condition; solid rosewood back and legs; the splat with a horizontal age crack overall lines of construction as can be seen in the catalogue illustration; the crack is sturdy; some small scratches and wear to the legs; nicely carved.
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.
Catalogue Note
A closely related pair of chairs is in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, accession numbers 2010.233.1-2. Other examples are in the Jacobsen Collection of American Art, Newark Museum, and Rhode Island School of Design.