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A pair of George III inalid mahogany and engraved frutiwood chair-back settees Circa 1785
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- length 4 ft. 3 in.
- 129.5 cm
One seette with partial old paper label inscribed G.W. R(?) / Padd... to the seat rail. Ensuite with the preceding lot.
Provenance
Leidesdorf Collection
Sold, Sotheby's London, June 28, 1974, lot 146
Sold, Christie's London, April 9, 1981, lot 29
Sold, Sotheby's London, June 28, 1974, lot 146
Sold, Christie's London, April 9, 1981, lot 29
Condition
Overall good condition; slightly glossy surface with; the seats with springing; some minor old worm to seat rails in some places; overall with some minor scratches and nicks; one settee with two small plugs to the central swags at joins with the central splats; the central back leg with two large rectangular patches to the top at join with seat rail; the front central leg with two small plugs to the back edge near the top; some old worm to rails.
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.