Lot 266
  • 266

A REGENCY Parcel-Gilt and Black-Japanned Daybed, Circa 1810

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • painted
  • Length: 5 ft. 10 1/2 in.
  • 179.1 cm
Restorations.

Condition

Overall fair restored condition; with refreshment to the decoration throughout; and with some chips and losses to painted decoration mainly to extremeties and over some lines of construction; all four legs with old repaired breaks and each with a long metal backplate to the interior edge; two legs with some losses around breaks; the seat with later springing; sofa appears to be sturdy and would benefit from sympathetic restoration.
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.