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A pair of Baltic Neoclassical brass inlaid fruitwood marquetry and parcel ebonized armchairs first quarter 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- fruitwood, brass
- height 36 in.
- 91.5 cm.
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Scattered old repaired breaks including but not limited to armrest supports, splats, and stiles in both chairs. Infilling to old nail holes on downswept portion of stiles in one chair and old patch on one stile in the other. Small area of perishing to finish on one splat. Shoepiece missing in one chair. Thin age cracks to veneers throughout in both chairs.
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.