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A late George III red and blue painted day bed circa 1800, the design attributed to James Wyatt
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- beechwood, upholstery
- 83cm. high, 222cm. long, 74cm. deep; 2ft. 8¾in., 7ft. 3½in., 2ft. 5in.
the bed above a frieze terminating in a scrolled base, with paterae above red tapering legs on brass caps and castors
Provenance
Supplied to William, 3rd Viscount Courtenay, later 9th Earl of Devon (1768-1835) and thence by descent;
sold Powderham Castle & Seaton Delaval Hall, Sotheby's, 29 September 2009, lot 107, where acquired by present owner.
sold Powderham Castle & Seaton Delaval Hall, Sotheby's, 29 September 2009, lot 107, where acquired by present owner.
Literature
Inventory of Powderham Castle 1835, recorded in the late Earl's Bedroom
Condition
In country house condition. The bed has significant worm damage (no longer active) notably to the scrolled top. There are repaired breaks which have opened again and would benefit form attention according to taste. The paint work is distressed. With old marks, scuffs and scratches throughout.
"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."