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A North Italian carved walnut choir bench
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Walnut
- 104cm. high, 300cm. wide, 40cm. deep; 3ft. 5in., 9ft. 10in., 1ft. 3¾in.
the four seats divided by five associated carved acanthus brackets, raised on similarly carved supports
Provenance
Semenzato Venezia, 16-17 October 2004, lot 28
Condition
A decorative piece in need of some attention and in country house condition, with overall marks and scratches. There are traces of old woodworm, which appears to be no longer active. Part re-varnished, with overall restorations to the associated carved acanthus brackets and supports, and construction cracks visible in the catalogue photograph. Extensive chips and minor losses to carving. One later foot broken and repaired.
"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."