- 423
The Ivy, London
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- 'The Best Seat in the House'
- 140 by 143.5 by 70cm.; 55 by 56¼ by 27½in.
- Made circa 1990.
oak and leather upholstered banquette
Condition
This item - part of MJ Long's 1990 refurbishment - was removed from the Ivy restaurant where it was fixed to the restaurant floor and is in two sections as a result; the back rest and the banquette on a plinth base. The piece will need restoration work before it can be installed or placed. It displays typical signs of wear and tear after 25 years of use in one of London's busiest restaurants. The surface is dirty, with marks and scratches - particularly to the base where it has scuff marks - and would benefit from a clean/polish. The upholstery is worn. Sotheby's recommend gallery inspection.
"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."