L12309

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Lot 255
  • 255

A matched set of six Italian walnut dining chairs, Venetian four mid 18th Century, two later

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Walnut
one with a printed paper label Bianco Paini restoro mobili del arte, variations to the carving; restorations

Literature

Giuseppe Morazzoni, Il Mobile Veneziano del'700, ed. Görlich, Milan, 1958, Vol. I., fig. CX.a, illustrates one of the chairs.

Condition

One chair has a repaired break to the back and losses to the scallop-shaped cresting. Old minor marks, chips and scratches throughout consistent with age and use.
"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."