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An Italian carved giltwood settee, Venetian mid 18th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- pine, poplar, giltwood
- 114cm. high, 296cm. wide, 92cm. deep; 3ft. 8¾in., 9ft. 8½in., 3ft. ¼in.
with three loose cushion seats, the pierced seat-rail carved with rocaille, scrolls and foliage, on four cabriole front legs
Provenance
Tullio Silva Collection, Milan
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Colour of gilding less greenish more golden and attractive than in the catalogue photograph. Joints sound and sturdy. There are two iron stretchers beneath the frame to strengthen as three rear legs have replaced and left ungilded. Attractive detail to carving and some very minor chips to gilding some of which have been touched up in the past. Rare large size.
"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."