Lot 195
  • 195

RARE BLACK-PAINTED BAMBOO TURNED BOW-BACK CHILD'S WINDSOR SIDE CHAIR, GILBERT GAW, PHILADELPHIA, CIRCA 1798-1802

Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 USD
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Description

  • pine
  • Height of Windsor 26 in.; Height of armchair 23 3/4 in.
Branded G. GAW. Together with a William and Mary turned maple slat-back child’s armchair, Delaware Valley, circa 1770. 2 pieces.

Provenance

The first: Philip H. Bradley Antiques, Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
The second: Christie's, New York, June 11, 1985, sale 5821, lot 115.

Condition

the Windsor with cracked and reglued seat; the armchair with replaced rush seat, possibly lacking finials.
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.