- 73
A pair of Italian pale blue and polychrome lacquered carved chairs, Venetian, mid 18th century
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut
each with a cartouche shaped open back with pierced splat above a caned seat on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet, the top and seat-rail carved with rocaille, the whole decorated with sprays of polychrome flowers
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Joints sound and sturdy. The decoration with some minor chips and retouching to the lacquer. Evidence of old minor worm which appears to be no longer active. Some very minor chips to carving on top-rail.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Comparative Literature:
G. Morazzoni, Il Mobile Veneziano del’700, Milan, 1958, Tav. CXXVIII, for a set of three very similar chairs with similar splats, carving and decoration.
G. Morazzoni, Il Mobile Veneziano del’700, Milan, 1958, Tav. CXXVIII, for a set of three very similar chairs with similar splats, carving and decoration.