Lot 565
  • 565

VERY RARE PILGRIM CENTURY TURNED MAPLE 'MUSHROOM-ARM' SLAT-BACK 'GREAT' CHAIR, NORWICH, CONNECTICUT, CIRCA 1710

Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description

  • maple
  • Height 46 1/2 in.
Two inches of feet replaced.

Provenance

P.M. Henry;
Christie's, New York, January 27, 1996, sale 8342, lot 220; 
Private collection;
Christie's, New York, January 21, 2000, sale 9314, lot 103;
Jonathan Trace, Cortlandt Manor, New York.

Condition

Finish modern, wear to pommels commensurate with age.
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.