Lot 35
  • 35

A pair of Italian pale green and polychrome laqcuered and parcel-gilt stools, Venetian mid 18th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • beechwood
  • each 45cm. high, 41cm. wide, 38cm. deep; 1ft. 5¾in. high, 1ft. 4¼in. wide, 1ft. 3in. deep
each with a serpentine padded top, the front and rear seat-rail centred by a patera flanked by a scroll on cabriole legs terminating in scrolled feet decorated with sprays of flowers

Condition

In overall good conserved condition. Joints sound and sturdy. Old very minor marks and chips and evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active. Some hairline construction cracks generally where the legs join the rails as visible from the catalogue photograph which can be left.
"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."