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A pair of Italian late Baroque parcel-gilt, cream and blue-painted and carved armchairs circa 1740
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- fruitwood
- height 44 3/4 in.
- 114 cm
Both branded GM within a circle.
Provenance
Property of Peter O'Toole, Esq., Christie's London, December 12, 1991, lot 204.
Condition
With scattered age and construction cracks, dents, abrasions and scratches. Cresting of one's backrest with restored breaks. Restored break to one seat rail and to one leg. With infill at most joints. Scattered old worm damage overall. Legs blocked. Redecorated, gilding and paint with rubbing, losses and surface dirt. Both branded "G.M." within a circle. In sound condition.
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.