Lot 668
  • 668

Fauteuil en acajou, travail probablement anglais du XIXe siècle

Estimate
500 - 700 EUR
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Description

  • mahogany
  • Haut. 85 cm, larg. 54,5 cm
  • Height 33 1/2 in; width 21 1/2 in
les accotoirs terminés par des têtes de chiens en métal argenté ; garniture de cuir noir

Condition

The illustration is accurate, good overall condition despite the inevitable dents, scratches and marks due to the age and use. The silver gilding is rubbed especially on the dogs head, some breaks to the leather of the seat, the upperstery has to be changed. Please note that this condition report was made on August 31th 2016 inside Robert de Balkany's hôtel rue de Varenne; this lot will be shipped to Sotheby's galleries before the exhibit and the sale.
"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."