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A pair of George III satinwood pole screens, circa 1780, attributed to Thomas Chippendale the younger
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- satinwood
- 164cm. high; 5ft. 4½in.
the oblong screen with print on a turned pole ending on carved block with trophies reliefs, on a circular platform issuing a tripod with carved lion masks monopodiae ending on paw feet and joined by platform stretcher
Condition
These extremely elegant pole screens are in very good conserved condition, displaying an attractive colour and fine carving. One with finial replaced and pole with slightly distressed varnish and top chipped; one with inventory plaque with number 180; the other with repair to socle, and a further small repair to the disk below. The framed silk panels in fairly good condition.
"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."