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An upholstered 'Dowland' sofa, modern, in the manner of Howard & Sons
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Pine and textiles
- 195cm. wide; 6ft. 6in.
with a printed cotton Robert Kime 'Opium Poppy' loose cover, with square tapering pine front legs on brass castors
Provenance
Acquired by Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire (1920-2014) for her Office from Robert Kime, before moving to the Old Vicarage, Edensor. The fabric must have been popular with the Duchess, as a larger sofa and armchair in the same printed cotton were also acquired for the Blue Drawing Room at Chatsworth.
Literature
The Duchess of Devonshire, Chatsworth, The House, London, 2002, p. 9, illustrated in The Duchess's Office.
Condition
Well made. The printed cotton loose cover with old marks and stains, holes from wear, notably to the arms. Box pleated trim tired and with holes. Fracture and break to baton of the underside which will require repair. Very comfortable despite being tired and in need of re-covering.
"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."