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A late George III inlaid satinwood sofa circa 1806, by James Woodhouse
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- SATINWWOOD EBONY
- 85cm. high, 230cm. long, 70cm. deep; 2ft. 9½in., 7ft. 6½in., 2ft. 3½in.
with scroll ends and loose cushions, signed on the frame beneath the upholstery 'James Woodhouse/ 1806' and subsequently inscribed '1897'
Condition
This is in very good condition. It has been re-finished and upholstered to a high standard and is ready to place.
"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."
Catalogue Note
James Woodhouse of Lancaster is recorded as having completed his apprenticeship, possibly for the renowned local firm of Gillows by 1806, as he is named in their records. A set of four yoke-back chairs are recorded, one of which bears the ink signature to the rail 'J. Woodhouse, 1810', see Christopher Gilbert, The Dictionary of English Furniture Makers, 1660-1840, p. 999.