Lot 218
  • 218

A RARE GREEN PAINTED WINDSOR HIGH CHAIR, RHODE ISLAND, CIRCA 1780

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • various woods
  • height 33 in.; width 17 1/2 in.; depth 13 1/2 in.
  • 83.8 cm; 44.5 cm; 34.3 cm
 

Provenance

Elliott & Grace Snyder Antiques, South Egremount, MA

Condition

Proper left half of the upper bow is replaced; proper right front arm support cracked; left side leg joints loose with seat; wear to paint throughout commensurate with age; rubber lifts added to bases of feet.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.