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A pair of George II walnut side chairs circa 1725
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- walnut
- height 40 in.
- 101.5 cm
Condition
Country house condition.
One chair with backsplat with restored breaks to top and at shoe; one corner bracket replaced; back foot with laminated section replaced; restored crack to front right leg at join with seat rails.
One chair with restored cracks and patches to backsplat; restored break to right side of seat rail at front join; 1/2 inch of return missing from side of right front leg; back right leg with restored break. Others with small patches.
Minor old wood worm to seat rails. Overall with patches, chips, bruises, age cracks, and scratches consistent with use and age.
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.
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.