ASSEMBLED SET OF EIGHT QUEEN ANNE BLACK-PAINTED CARVED AND TURNED MAPLE SIDE CHAIRS, MASSACHUSETTS OR CONNECTICUT, CIRCA 1745

Howard Richman;
Yvonne Yakel;
Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 6, 2000, lot 572;
Jonathan Trace, Putnam Valley, New York.

Most chairs with late 19th century black paint, one chair with replaced feet, chairs accompanied by blue damask pillows, some with breaks to crest rails at junction with stile, wear 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.

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