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A pair of George I walnut, beech and marquetry side chairs, circa 1725
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut, beech, upholstery
- height 42 1/2 in.
- 108 cm
Provenance
Rogers Fund, 1910, Metropolitan Museum of Art;
Property from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Christie's New York, December 14-15, 2015, lot 112 ($6,000)
Property from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Christie's New York, December 14-15, 2015, lot 112 ($6,000)
Condition
Old wood worm damage. Some returns replaced. Small chips around seat. One seat with three of the four sides replaced but the original front rail has been damaged due to worm damage; subsequently the seat itself is unstable and needs restoration. One stile at join with cresting rail has been restored and now has a nail to the back.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
The intricate marquetry to the backs of these chairs is inspired by the work of the French designer, Jean Berain, who popularized this type of strapwork. A similar chair with a marquetry decorated and pierced backsplat is illustrated in Adam Bowett, Early Georgian Furniture, Suffolk, 2009, pl. 4:37.