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A set of four Scottish George III mahogany chairs, circa 1770
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- mahogany
with pierced ladder backs and saddle shaped seats on square legs united by stretchers, restored
Literature
Possibly those described by Lachlan Kennedy, Inventory and Appraisement of the Household Furniture stock and other effects at Fettercairn which pertained to the deceased Sir William Forbes, Arbroath, 27 August 1829; 'Dining Room / 14 Mahogany chairs (old) £4-4-0', NLS (Acc.4796/156)
These chairs appear in a photograph as part of set in the Dining Room at Fettercairn House at the end of the 19th century.
For an identical pair see those sold Christie's, The Property of Archibald Stirling Keir at Keir Mains, Dunblane, Perthshire, 22, 23 and 24 May 1995, lot 106.
These chairs appear in a photograph as part of set in the Dining Room at Fettercairn House at the end of the 19th century.
For an identical pair see those sold Christie's, The Property of Archibald Stirling Keir at Keir Mains, Dunblane, Perthshire, 22, 23 and 24 May 1995, lot 106.
Condition
These attractive chairs have undergone some restoration, there are some variations to colour and polish. One example has had each leg re-tipped and a replaced stretcher. One upholstered seat is frayed. In country house condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."