- 1270
A pair of George III giltwood armchairs, circa 1770, attributed to William & John Linnell
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt, timber probably pine
Condition
This pair of armchairs is in good restored condition, with old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Re-gilt, it has been reupholstered in later silk damask.
"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
This medallion-backed pattern, with a richly-beaded frame, relates to the elegant French 'cabriolet' fashion of the 1770s. Their beaded frame recalls the work of the Berkeley Square cabinet makers William & John Linnell (d.1796), such as the suite he supplied for the Tapestry Room at Osterley Park, Middlesex in 1775-6 (H. Hayward and P. Kirkham, William and John Linnell, New York, 1980, vol. II, fig. 92).