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A Regency mahogany and caned library armchair circa 1820, in the manner of Gillows of Lancaster
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Leather, Mahogany, bamboo
- 90cm. high, 55.5cm. wide, 61cm. deep; 2ft 11 ½in., 1ft 10 ¾in., 2ft.
with sweeping curved back ending in scrolled carved arm supports, the green leather cushion above lotus carved turned tapering front legs and splayed back legs, ending on brass castors
Condition
Good restored condition, with a repaired break to top of front right leg, and two well repaired breaks to sides of back frame. Old marks and scratches throughout. Some small damage to caning which is possibly original; the leather cushion is of recent manufacture.
"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."